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Birders a-twitter over Sidney-area eagles caring for a guest in their nest

Eagles in Sidney appear to be feeding a Red-Tailed hawk chick, setting of wild speculation as to why
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An eagle overlooking Roberts Bay in Sidney is caring for three eaglets and one Red-Tailed hawk in its large nest. (Steven Heywood/News staff)

An unusual pairing is being watched closely by wildlife experts and enthusiasts alike at the end of a treed lane in Sidney.

A large eagles’ nest at the end of Third Street overlooking Shoal Harbour, is the home to three eaglets. And while that in itself is somewhat unusual, it’s the guest in the nest that has birders all a-twitter.

The eagles have been feeding and taking care of Red-Tailed hawk chicks.

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