This question was posed to us after the release of the Farley eagle in April 2018: “I am very curious about how these rehabbed eagles fit back into their previous environment. Are they banded and is there any info?” Does SOAR band birds prior to release? No, SOAR does not have a bird banding permit
Yes, it is always best if the raptor parent(s) raise their young. Knowing when to intervene is difficult. Many patients admitted in the spring and even into the summer are still considered nestlings (can also be called hatchlings) and they should still been in their nest but for unknown reason(s) are not. Below are terms
Frequently asked questions (and answers) about bald eagle ambassador Decorah Last updated 6 December 2018; Compiled from the Live Facebook Video celebrating this eagle’s 4th Hatchaversary and additional “conversations” with Decorah, including this #GivingTuesday 2018 video. What happened to Decorah that he is now with SOAR? This bald eagle is from the Decorah, Iowa nest