Bald eagles tend to make a watery mess when they take a bath.
At least, that's what Sanibel, a nine-pound bald eagle from the World Bird Sanctuary does when she bathes in a cat litter pan.
Sanibel was just one of four birds and many other eagles seen during the weekend's annual Eagle Days.
Eagle days is held at a time when many eagles are migrating south, and with viewing opportunities at Willmore Lodge and along Bagnell Dam, and presentations given in the Osage National Clubhouse, lake area residents had a change to see these eagles up close and personal.
Michael Zeloski, a naturalist with the World Bird Sanctuary, presented four birds — three eagles and one raven — at hourly programs. He said the significance of getting to present these birds at Eagle Days is to allow the public to see these animals and letting this interaction make an impact on residents.
"It's just a chance for families to view eagles up close and view eagles from around the world," he said. "Hopefully, they'll appreciate and want to take care of them."
Volunteer Julie Pearson, who helped Zeloski present the birds, agreed.
"(Eagle Days) helps to educate people so we can preserve these birds," she said.
Contact this reporter at jennifer.hollis@lakemediaonline.com.
