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December 15, 2008
MONDAY MORNING MYSTERY 121508
A huge raptor visited the Celery Farm on Saturday, and was soon mobbed by a gull or two.
I have my hunches as to what bird this is, but would like some informed opinions.
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4 comments
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A juvie bald eagle! That makes more sense! Good job!
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I’m thinking bald eagle but could be persuaded otherwise.
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Immature Bald Eagle? I think I also saw one over Oradell Reservoir on Saturday afternoon.
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Could it be a golden eagle?
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Carla
A juvie bald eagle! That makes more sense! Good job!
John
I’m thinking bald eagle but could be persuaded otherwise.
Carol Dickman
Immature Bald Eagle? I think I also saw one over Oradell Reservoir on Saturday afternoon.
Carla
Could it be a golden eagle?