*** About Bald Eagles: The bald eagle, America's national bird, is a symbol of strength and freedom. Known scientifically as Haliaeetus leucocephalus, these birds are recognizable by their white heads and tails contrasting sharply with their dark brown bodies and wings. They prefer to nest in high locations near water bodies, as seen in this depiction near the Atlantic Ocean, where they can easily find fish, their primary diet. Their incredible eyesight enables them to spot prey from great distances. Mating pairs often reuse the same nest for many years, constantly adding to it; some nests can reach up to 10 feet across and weigh as much as a ton. The recovery from near extinction in the mid-20th century is a significant conservation success story.

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