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Congress chose the Bald Eagle as America’s emblem on June 20, 1782.

Bald Eagle found in Northern Michigan	Bald Eagle found in Northern Michigan
photo by: Sharon Howell	photo by: Sharon Howell

Description:  White head and neck with white tail feathers as well. They have a yellow beak, and yellow feet. Body is brown. The female eagle, on average, is larger than the male, often reaching heights over three feet tall with massive wingspans double their height or more.

Sound: Not yet available

Food Source: Rodents, and fish, waterfowl, and will scavenge almost any type of dead carcass.

Nesting Habits: The nest is unmistakable in size, enormous,  made mostly of sticks and twigs, and is used year after year. These nests are built along water to make sure there is a close supply of food at hand, fish, and at times, waterfowl. They also consume rodents, such as mice and rabbits, and will scavenge nearly any type of dead carcass.

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