Bald Eagles Tapestry

Couple of Bald Eagles sitting on a branch. The Bald Eagle is a bird of prey native to North America and is one of the most iconic symbols of the United States. It has a wingspan of up to 7 feet and can weigh up to 14 pounds. Bald Eagles were once found all across North America, from Alaska to Mexico, and were particularly abundant near bodies of water. However, their populations began to decline due to habitat loss, hunting, and the widespread use of pesticides such as DDT. In 1940, the Bald Eagle Act was passed, making it illegal to kill, capture, or harm Bald Eagles, and in 1967, it was listed as an endangered species under the Endangered Species Preservation Act. Thanks to conservation efforts, including the ban on DDT, the...