Los Angeles Daily News6d
You might be surprised by when the bald eagle became our national bird
To help preserve the bird’s declining numbers, Congress passed the Bald Eagle Protection Act in 1940. The birds have avoided ...
Once rare, bald eagles make successful comeback
When America's Founding Fathers affixed a bald eagle to the great seal of the United States in 1782, they likely had no idea they were highlighting what would become one of the greatest wildlife ...
Winter brings prime eagle-watching opportunities as migrating raptors head south
It wasn’t until the 1960s that the bald eagle was on the brink of extinction and placed on the federal endangered species list.
The Sentinel-Record12d
Bald eagles inspire awe, appreciation for conservation efforts
"Vultures hold their wings in a 'V' shape. And the white head and tail of both male and female ... bright yellow beak, while ...
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Bald eagle with broken wing to recover at Austin Wildlife Rescue
The eagle was found near Smithville on December 15. The bald eagle had a broken wing and an open wound. AUSTIN - An injured bald eagle was brought to Austin to help the bird recover from its injuries.
Orange County Register6d
You might be surprised by when the bald eagle became our national bird
The Latin name “Haliaeetus leucocephalus” means “white-headed sea eagle.” The word bald refers to an old ... caused when the large birds’ wings or feet accidentally touch two lines ...