Friends of Barr Lake
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Category: Raptors
A Must-See Eaglet Video
Posted on May 29, 2019 by cmdnaturephotos
Our breeding pair of Bald Eagles had two Eaglets this year. They have grown so fast! This is a great video taken by Colorado Parks and Wildlife. Our Eaglets are exploring their nest. They have lost their “fluff” and are gaining feathers! Hope you…
Category: Bald Eagle, Barr Lake State Park, Birding, Blog, Boardwalk, Eagle Gazebo, Eaglet, Friends of Barr Lake State Park, VideoTags: Brighton, Colorado, Education, Photography
Our Eaglets are Growing!
Posted on May 21, 2019 by cmdnaturephotos
Our Eaglets are exploring their nest. They have lost their “fluff” and are gaining feathers! Hope you can come see them in person, but in the meanwhile, enjoy this really neat video of our Parental Eagles feeding their Eaglets!
Category: Bald Eagle, Barr Lake State Park, Birding, Blog, Eagle Gazebo, Eaglet, Friends of Barr Lake State Park, Kid Friendly, Nature PhotographyTags: Brighton, Colorado, Nest, Video
Bald Eagle Intimidation
Posted on April 6, 2019 by cmdnaturephotos
As the sun was setting, a juvenile Bald Eagle was eating something in a tree across the meadow. Before long, a mature Eagle came to make a challenge. It circled the tree and then landed at the top. Next came a couple of good…
Great Horned Owls are Very Interesting
Posted on March 24, 2019 by cmdnaturephotos
Did you know that the “ears” on a Great Horned Owl are not ears at all? They are tufts of feathers call “plumicorns.” These feather tufts help them blend in with their surroundings. The Owl’s ears are actually on the sides of their heads…
Kids Need to Get Outside!
Posted on March 17, 2019 by cmdnaturephotos
There is so much to see outside! Not only is being outside and away from the screens a good break, but it’s educational, too! A walk in a park is refreshing, and such a great opportunity for kids to learn about birds and other…
Category: Bald Eagle, Barr Lake State Park, Birding, Blog, Brighton, Colorado, Education, Kid Friendly, Nature Photography, Recreation, WildlifeTags: Bald Eagle, Bird Checklist, Birding, Colorado, Raptor
