Goose and Bald Eagle Share a Nest – A Bird’s Eye View
The Claim and Its Origins
In September 2025, a viral image began circulating online that purportedly showed a goose and a bald eagle sitting together in the same nest, protecting their eggs. This image was shared widely on social media platforms, with one notable example being a post from the Facebook page StoryTime. The post claimed that the image was captured after a webcam feed filming a nest was turned back on for the spring. According to the caption, the camera had been off for a month during the quietest time of the year when the nest was empty before the eagles returned. When the camera came back online, viewers were shocked to see not just an eagle, but a goose, calmly sitting in the nest with her own eggs beside the eagle’s clutch.
Evaluating the Evidence
Despite the intriguing nature of the claim, several red flags emerged during the investigation. First, while there are examples of geese nesting in trees, a multispecies nest involving a bald eagle and a goose would be extremely rare. Such an occurrence would likely have attracted significant attention from scientists. However, searches on major search engines like Bing, DuckDuckGo, Google, and Yahoo found no reputable scientific news outlets reporting on the alleged photo. Instead, the only references were reports about Canada geese using abandoned bald eagle nests or a webpage repeating the claim from the Facebook post.
Identifying Signs of Manipulation
Further analysis of the image revealed several signs of digital manipulation. For instance, the image included a latitude coordinate (N 34º17’45) but no corresponding longitude coordinate. Additionally, there was a large grain on the photo, which might have been used to prevent AI-image detection software from identifying it as AI-generated. The perspective of the goose and eagle also appeared unusual—if they were actually nesting, they would be sitting on top of the clutch of eggs, not off to the side. Most notably, the date on the image (2024-10º26) was nonsensical, suggesting a fabricated timeline.
Even if the date was real, bald eagles and numerous goose species generally lay their eggs in the spring, not the fall. They are also known to be highly protective of their eggs, making the scenario depicted in the image even less plausible.
Investigating the Source
The StoryTime Facebook page, which posted the image, was further scrutinized. Its profile revealed multiple examples of AI-generated images and photo editing. The page’s description also stated, “Digital creator,” hinting at the possibility of artificial content creation. This raised concerns about the authenticity of the posts and the intent behind them.
Possible Motives
It is possible that the person or people who created the post aimed to earn revenue from Facebook, which pays some pages for viral posts. This motive aligns with the increasing trend of creating and sharing fake content to gain attention and financial benefits.
Conclusion
After thorough examination, it became clear that both the story and the image were fabricated. The image was digitally manipulated, likely using artificial intelligence tools, and the narrative surrounding it was designed to capture public interest. While the idea of a goose and a bald eagle sharing a nest is fascinating, the evidence strongly suggests that this particular image is not authentic.
Further Reading
For more information on similar claims, Bisakimia has previously fact-checked a rumor about a large flock of bald eagles allegedly blocking Highway 76 in Branson, Missouri, which brought traffic to a standstill. The organization has also debunked numerous claims originating from the StoryTime Facebook page. These efforts highlight the importance of critical thinking and verification when encountering viral content online.
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