*** About Bald Eagle: Known scientifically as Haliaeetus leucocephalus, the bald eagle is a bird of prey found in North America. A symbol of strength and freedom, the bald eagle is the national bird of the United States. Adult eagles are easily recognizable by their white head and tail, contrasting vividly against their dark brown body and wings. Preferring habitats near water bodies, they feed primarily on fish, which they snatch from the water with their powerful talons. The bald eagle was once on the brink of extirpation in the contiguous United States due to hunting, habitat destruction, and the detrimental effects of pesticides like DDT. However, extensive conservation efforts have successfully restored their populations, leading to their removal from the U.S. government's list of endangered species as of 2007.:

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