"The Bald Eagle: America's National Bird After 250 Years"
"America’s National Bird: The Bald Eagle"
Celebrating the official designation of the Bald Eagle as America’s national bird after 250 years.
"Joe Biden's Historic Gift"
President Joe Biden officially declared the Bald Eagle as the national bird on Christmas 2023.
"Wasn’t It Already the National Bird?"
While widely assumed to be the national bird, it had never been officially declared.
"Symbol of Strength and Freedom"
The Bald Eagle has appeared on government documents and seals since 1782.
"Majestic and Mighty"
Wingspan: Up to 96 in (2.44 m).
Height: Up to 40 in (102 cm).
Grip Strength: 400 psi.
"Sharp Eyes in the Sky"
Their eyesight is 8x stronger than humans, helping them hunt with precision
"Mates for Life"
Bald eagles are monogamous and return to the same nest each year.
"The Biggest Nests in the Bird World"
Nests can be 13 ft deep, 8.2 ft wide, and weigh up to 1 metric ton.
"Soaring High"
Bald eagles can reach altitudes of over 10,000 feet while in flight.
"From Near Extinction to Symbol of Freedom"
Once endangered, they have made a remarkable comeback thanks to conservation efforts.
"A Bird of Strength and Vision"
The Bald Eagle represents America's strength and vigilance.
"They aren’t actually bald."
Juveniles have brown plumage.
Opportunistic carnivores.
Threats include habitat loss and human interference.