Bald eagle
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Haliaeetus Ieucocephalus
White head and tail
These distinctive markings do not develop until the birds are between 5 and 6 years old.
Shrill call
Eagles have a high-pitched call that is used to defend their territory.
Habitat/Range
Forests near water in North America
Wild Diet
Fish, Rodents, Rabbits, and Carrion (dead animals)
Predators
Great horned owls (chicks)
Reproduction
Pairs mate for life often using the same nest year after year. One, rarely two, chicks are raised.
Conservation
THREATENED
The population has declined because of habitat destruction and pesticide contamination. Since DDT has been banned, bald eagles populations have begun to recover.
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