Bald eagle, Size, Habitat, Diet, & Facts
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Bald eagle, the only eagle solely native to North America, and the national bird of the United States. The bird is not actually bald; its name derives from the conspicuous appearance of its white-feathered head upon a dark brown body. Learn more about the appearance, habitat, and diet of bald eagles in this article.
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Bald Eagle Facts
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Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)
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Bald eagle, Size, Habitat, Diet, & Facts