Bald Eagle: Americas National Symbol and Its Remarkable Traits
The bald eagle is North America’s national symbol and one of two eagle species on the continent. It powers through the day and must move its head to view surroundings, with peak vision up to eight times sharper than humans. Adults gain white heads around age five and molt feathers yearly.
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Bald Eagles Roost, Hunt and Nest Across North America
Bald eagles roost on cliffs and treetops and land smoothly by spreading wings and dragging their tails. They hunt from perches and fish, small mammals, water birds, and carrion, often stealing food. Alaska leads in population with large nests and winter gatherings. mating pairs stay together for life and rear one to three eaglets per clutch.
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