OutdOORS Hear it! BALD EAGLE haliaeetus leucocephalus wingspan of 6 to 7 feet FUN FACT: This bird is the national symbol of the United States of America. VOICE: Short, punctuated screeches and squeals HABITAT: As bald eagles eat mostly fish, they are typically found near water—whether the ocean, large lakes, or rivers. WHERE TO SEE IT: As its name suggests, Bald Eagle State Park in Howard is an ideal place to spot these majestic birds, which can be viewed year-round and nest along the upper edge of the lake. white head Guided Birding Walks Let a local expert lead the way when you join one of the regularly scheduled bird walks at natural areas around the state. Be sure to check websites for updated event information. discovery Center, Philadelphia Join a local ornithologist on a guided walk to see a variety of birds that call Strawberry Mansion Reservoir home. Wildwood Park, Harrisburg Explore Wildwood Way and the North Boardwalk on a guided walk departing from the Nature Center, and see the area’s nesting birds. John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, Audubon Discover the migratory and resident birds of Mill Grove on a walk through open fields, wooded trails, and creekside habitats. Valley Forge National Historical Park, King of Prussia Stroll approximately 1.5 miles on a two-hour guided walk along paved trails, gravel, and grass to see birds such as turkey vultures, red-tailed hawks, and belted kingfishers. yellow hooked beak mostly brown body yellow feet with black talons white tail feathers Hear it! SCARLET TANAGER piranga olivacea TOP TO BOTTOM: SEKARB; BRIAN LASENBY; CREDIT (ALL PHOTOS ADOBE STOCK)/ALL BIRD RECORDINGS BY LANG ELLIOTT FUN FACT: Females and non-breeding males have similar features but yellow coloring instead of red. small, light brown beak bright red body VOICE: Swinging, repetitive warble with a nasal tone HABITAT: These bright birds live mostly among forests and leafy shade trees. WHERE TO SEE IT: The nature center area at Peace Valley Park in Doylestown features two bird blinds and 15 miles of trails for plenty of opportunities to spot this dazzling bird during spring and summer. black tail feather black wings visitPA.com 35
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