Bald Eagle Collage

The bald eagle, symbolizing freedom and strength in the U.S. and recognized as the national bird, is notable for its white head and tail set against a dark brown body. It inhabits a range from Alaska to Mexico, necessitating proximity to rivers, lakes, and coastlines. Adept hunters, bald eagles largely feed on fish but also capture small mammals and birds. With a wingspan up to 7 feet, the species is one of North America's greatest avian predators. Thanks to conservation measures, the population has rebounded, currently estimated at around 70,000.