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Grizzly Near lodge

August 8, 2014 Lodge Guide

The grizzly bear population of the viewing area in Knight Inlet is very healthy and has been growing over the years. Our lodge, Grizzly Bear Lodge, is located 40 km (26 m) from the main viewing river in Knight Inlet. Six years ago a grizzly bear in the area of the lodge was unheard of and now there are grizzlies on the lodge’s island several times a year. It is a small island so the bears come and go within a day but are frequently seen in the area. This bear was seen in the spring in a small bay not for from Minstrel Island on one of the evening black bear tours.

Bald Eagles

Bald Eagles are frequently sighted in our area. At times they can be seen in large numbers. This is usually where food supplies are high. For example this could be in areas with high concentrations of baitfish or along the rivers in the fall when the salmon are spawning. They are not migratory, but do move around with the food supply. As mentioned earlier when the salmon are spawning we often see many along the rivers, while there will be fewer along the coastline. With little need for camouflage their white head and tail feathers can be spotted easily. The female is slightly larger and her white head extends down a bit farther onto the body, but it is subtle. It takes these birds 4.5 – 5 years to acquire this unique plumage. As juveniles they are a brown colour. With exceptional eyesight and the ability to view 270 degrees they are understandably often seen in high perches and in trees near points and passageways.

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