Bald Eagle
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Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Life Stage
Adult
Sex
Unknown
Wing Shape
Broad
Tail Shape
Fanned
Plumage
Definitive Basic
Bird FamilyAccipitridae
Family Common NameHawks, Eagles, and Kites
SizeLarge raptor with a wingspan of 1.8 to 2.3 meters
ColorDark brown, white, and yellow
Plumage DescriptionStriking adult plumage consisting of a pure white head and tail contrasting with a dark chocolate-brown body and wings. Large, hooked yellow bill and yellow cere and feet.

Environment

Habitat Type
Aquatic (Lake), Aquatic (River), Aquatic (Ocean), Riparian, Coast / Beach

Tracking & Conservation

Conservation Status
Least Concern (LC)

Added Details

An iconic North American bird of prey, easily identified in its adult stage by the white head and tail. The image shows the bird in flight against a snowy backdrop.

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