Kody, Steller's sea eagle that escaped National Aviary, found in Pine

Kody, the Steller’s sea eagle that escaped from an outdoor enclosure last month, has been found.

National Aviary spokesperson Molly Toth said the bird was located by a team of animal care experts Sunday afternoon at a home in Pine.

Kody, short for Kodiak, got out of his habitat Sept. 25.

“Kody had been spotted earlier that day nearby, and thanks to the overwhelming support and helpful sightings of community members and the commitment of the aviary team, they were able to locate the bird and bring Kody back home safely,” Toth said.

The aviary’s team used falconry techniques and equipment to safely retrieve the bird, she said.

He appears to be in good health.

At the aviary, Kody was “resting” and “enjoying healthy meals of fresh meat,” Toth said.

“The entire team at the National Aviary is extremely relieved to have Kody back and would like to share our gratitude to the community of supporters who helped in these efforts,” Toth said.

Kody had quite a trip around the area after he flew the coop.

The bird was spotted in the North Park area Thursday and also was spotted in Riverview Park.

The Steller’s sea eagle is among the largest in the world. It is native to coastal northeastern Asia and mainly feeds on fish and water birds.

It is listed as vulnerable on the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s threatened-species list.

More information is expected to be released at a news conference at 11 a.m. Monday at the aviary.