*** About Bald Eagles

***: Bald eagles, known scientifically as Haliaeetus leucocephalus, are powerful birds of prey native to North America. As the national bird of the United States, they hold a profound symbolic significance. These large raptors are identifiable by their white heads and tails against brown bodies and wings, and their fierce, yellow beaks. Eagles are often found near rivers, lakes, and coastal areas, where they prey primarily on fish. Their nests, known to be the largest of any bird in North America, reflect their commanding presence in the wild. Bald eagles have made remarkable rebounds from the brink of extinction, thanks in part to conservation efforts reducing the impacts of pesticides and habitat destruction.

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