Bald Eagle photo

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Least Concern

The Bald Eagle is the national bird of the United States. These powerful birds soar high in the sky and dive down to catch fish with their sharp talons. They were once endangered but have made an amazing comeback!

Size

Bigger than a house cat!

Very Large (>60 cm)

Wingspan: 200 cm

Weight: 4500 g

Colors

Habitat

Diet

How to Identify

Adults have a white head and tail with a dark brown body. Young eagles are all brown.

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Great news! This bird is doing well. There are lots of them in the wild, and they have safe places to live and find food.

Population trend: increasing 📈