Zoology of the ZooPl. LVII
Bald eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
Fig. 1. Bald eagle
Fig. 2. Range
| Length or height | About 70-100 cm long; wingspan about 2 m |
|---|---|
| Weight | About 3-6 kg |
| Food | Fish |
| Lifespan | About 20-30 years |
| Society | Pairs |
| Habitat | wetland, coastal |
| Range | North America |
| Wild or tame | Wild |
Nearly wiped out by DDT, then recovered and removed from the US endangered list in 2007. Florida has one of the largest nesting populations.
Observe: Watch how it lifts off and how heavy its beak is.