Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Adult bald eagles live near large bodies of water with tall trees or cliffs for nesting and perching. They feed mainly on fish, but they also take waterbirds, small mammals, and carrion, often hunting with steep dives and strong talon grabs. Adults defend territories with dramatic aerial chases, spread-wing displays, and talon grapples. A notable fact is that the famous white head and tail usually appear only after about five years.
- Type
- Wing / Fang
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- Bald Eagle Eaglet
- Bald Eagle Juvenile
- Bald Eagle