A favorite pass time in Coeur d'Alene this time of year is eagle watching at Higgins Point on Coeur d'Alene Lake. Bald eagles congregate to feed on kokanee salmon that have come to this area of the lake to spawn.
Wildlife biologists have counted a record number of eagles this year, reporting a record high of 254 eagles on December 23, 2010. This compares to 104 at the same time last year. What an incredible sight, literally HUNDREDS of Bald Eagles soaring and swooping down to snatch a salmon from the water!
Higgins Point, on the east end of Coeur d'Alene Lake Drive, is the popular spot to watch, admire and photograph the magnificent birds of prey in action. This photo was snapped late this afternoon, just before sunset. Three tired eagles, stuffed with salmon, ready to call it a day....
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