Lady Baltimore (bald eagle) facts for kids
Lady Baltimore is a very special bald eagle who lives at the Juneau Raptor Center (JRC) in Juneau, Alaska. She cannot return to the wild because of serious injuries she got in 2006. Lady Baltimore was found hurt on Douglas Island in Alaska. A poacher had shot her, damaging her beak and one wing. This injury also caused her left eye to become blind. Because she can only see with one eye, she has no depth perception. This means she can't judge distances well, which is vital for hunting and flying safely in the wild.
Lady Baltimore's Story: Rescue and Recovery
Lady Baltimore was discovered after being shot, but she was still alive, though badly hurt. It's believed she survived on her own for about two weeks after her injuries. Kind volunteers from the Juneau Raptor Center found her and brought her to safety. She was very thin and weak. The JRC team quickly realized that her injuries made it impossible for her to fly or hunt properly. She couldn't aim her body well in the air, which meant she couldn't catch food.
A New Life at the Raptor Center
Since her rescue, Lady Baltimore has been cared for every single day by the Juneau Raptor Center. She has become an important educational animal. During the summer, when many tourists visit Juneau, she is on display. She lives in a special enclosure called a mew. This mew was built and is maintained by the JRC at the Mount Roberts Tramway on Mount Roberts. Visitors can see her and learn about bald eagles and the importance of protecting wildlife.
Upgrading Lady Baltimore's Home
In 2019, Lady Baltimore received a wonderful gift. The Mount Roberts Tramway and other generous people helped pay for a brand new mew for her. This new home is much bigger and offers a better view for both Lady Baltimore and the people who come to see her. It gives her more space to move around and makes it easier for visitors to observe this amazing eagle.
