NORTH FORK BALD EAGLES
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BALD EAGLE IDENTIFICATION
It takes a Bald Eagle five years to reach its adult (definitive) plumage, the iconic white head and tail. Explore our Bald Eagle identification guide to learn more about the different plumages and eagle look-alikes.
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EAGLE VIEWING GUIDELINES
Bald Eagles are a protected species that require space! When viewing eagles, please use binoculars or spotting scopes from a quarter mile away. Learn more about USFWS guidelines and viewing etiquette.
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REPORT YOUR SIGHTING
Participate in a year-round community science initiative to help document and protect our local Bald Eagle population. Your submitted sightings help us track eagle pairs and territories.
Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey
Each January, we document the wintering Bald Eagle population on the North Fork. We welcome new participants to this community science project. This year’s Midwinter Bald Eagle Survey will take place on Saturday, January 10th, 2026. The target time of day is 7-9 AM, but folks can survey at any time available.
Help protect our
North Fork Bald Eagles.
Donate today to help us document and protect the growing North Fork Bald Eagle population. Your contribution supports our research, monitoring, outreach, and protection. We work with the USFWS, DEC, landowners, Town Trustees, and planning departments to assist with informed decision making.
