Anyone who lives in the Andover Lake District knows how great that is. You just never know what you might see when looking out your kitchen window.
Today is November 13th, a cold dreary November day with grey skies and no wind. What could make this a bright day? .... How about a mature Bald Eagle fishing in our lake? Sure made my day!!
Bald Eagles come to visit CT during the winter months. A small number stay and nest in the spring along the CT River and other major rivers or along the coastline. Andover lake residents have been seeing them visit here over the past couple of winters. These big dark brown birds (6-7 foot wing span) with their white heads and white rump are always a thrill to see. Immature birds that have not yet developed the white head and rump (less than 4-5 years old) have also been spotted here. They have not taken to nesting in Andover … yet! We’re still waiting!
So when you’re out and about do look in sky, and in the trees along the water’s edge or on the island. You too may see a Bald Eagle right in your own back yard!
Keeping an eagle eye on Andover Lake,
Dianne Grenier
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