American Bald Eagle juvenile

Description:

Immature birds have mostly dark heads and tails; their brown wings and bodies are mottled with white in varying amounts. Young birds attain adult plumage in about five years. **all about birds**

Habitat:

Look for Bald Eagles near lakes, reservoirs, rivers, marshes, and coasts. For a chance to see large Bald Eagle congregations, check out wildlife refuges or large bodies of water. **all about birds**

Notes:

I spotted this guy while ice fishing at Hermon Pond.