The white head of a bald eagle against its massive, dark-brown body makes it impossible to mistake for any lesser bird. The raptor is so distinctive, in fact, that on June 20, 1782, Congress decided ...

A bald eagle in flight over Homer, Alaska. Reporter It was only a few decades ago that the bald eagle, which has long been an American icon, was on the brink of extinction. Its comeback is largely ...

Featured on the Great Seal of the United States since 1782, the bald eagle has become a majestic symbol for the country, but it didn't officially become the national bird until December 2024. The bird ...

Big Bear’s famed bald eagle pair, Jackie and Shadow, have returned to their nesting area after they fled from the loud noise of July 4th fireworks. Officials with the nonprofit Friends of Big Bear ...

Most Americans recognize bald eagles by their fuzzy white heads and large yellow beaks. After all, they’re the symbol of the United States. But how well do you really know them? “They’re a really cool ...

Bald eagles have been no strangers to the Capital Region over the years. The North American birds of prey have been glimpsed in the wild all around upstate New York. Here are some of our favorite ...

A recent bald eagle sighting at Willand Pond highlights the bird's record-high population in New Hampshire. In 2024, New Hampshire had 115 territorial bald eagle pairs, a 5% increase from 2023. The ...

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The eagles face threats such as traffic, building windows, utility wires and rodenticides. A bill pending at the State House aims to restrict the use of anticoagulant rodenticides responsible for ...