Using a spotting scope to view birds can provide the observer with detailed images such as this pair of Bald Eagles. This photo, as well as some others shown here, was taken with a small digital camera held to the eyepiece of a spotting scope. These eagles were resting after feeding on fish remains along a beach. Bits of food are visible on the bill of one and soiled feathers on the head of the other. Bald Eagles breed in Glacier Bay and can be found here year-round. They are often seen near shore where they are scavengers as well as predators, with fish being a main part of their diet. Their wingspan is 80 inches and males and females look alike. It takes at least five years for a Bald Eagle to develop the solid white head feathers for which it is known. Young Bald Eagles with brown heads are often mistaken for other species. Photographer: Nat Drumheller