Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)

The Bald Eagle is a bird of prey that lives in North America. The eagle is know for its white feathers on its head and tail. The name Bald Eagle is a reference to its white head and not for being physically bald. It will primary be found near bodies of water for food with large trees in the area and nesting. The Bald Eagle will also migrate if necessary to new areas for food or mating.

Impressively, the Bald Eagle can fly at nearly 40mph and dive for food at 90mph. The Bald Eagle does not always fly through the air on its own power; it ill use thermal currents in the atmosphere to fly long distances while conserving energy. Bald Eagles eat a large variety of small mammals, birds, and fish.

The Bald Eagle was endangered and nearly became excited during the 20th century. Through conservation efforts and awareness, the Bald Eagle as recovered its population numbers. The Bald Eagle is also the symbol of the United States of America which modeling itself after the Roman Republic whose symbol was an eagle. 

       

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