Status Uncommon resident. Breeds. Most of our Bald
Eagles are found on Cape Breton Island during summer. In
1984, of 238 nest sites in a nearly complete survey, 136
were occupied by eagles; of these, 195 (108 occupied) were
on Cape Breton Island (Austin Smith and Dickie 1985).
During the winter, they are more widespread, especially in
coastal areas, and some leave the province. More adults than
immature birds appear to stay in Cape Breton Island,
especially around the shores of Bras d'Or Lake. On the mainland, there are winter concentrations in Kings
County (where up to 66 have been counted), along the Shubenacadie River, Hants County (up to 20), and the
Tusket River, Yarmouth County (up to 14).