“I’m a big boy now!”  says Son #1.

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Meanwhile, back at the nest, Son #2 gets some wise advice from Mom.  He will likely join his brother in the brand-new world of fledglings in a few days or maybe a week or two.

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Can you find the tree swallow?

Eagles take about 10-12 weeks to grow from nestling to fledgling, but it will take a lot longer (5 years!) before they attain their adult plumage.  That’s 5 years of watching them fight, fly, and fish — should be fun!

 

 

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