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Bald Eagles - Pictures Facts - Protection
Over 100,000 Bald Eagles were killed from 1917 until 1953. At that time, a bounty system was imposed on eagles. It means that a person who kills an eagle gets a certain sum of money from the government. The Bald Eagle Protection act of 1940 made it illegal to kill or possess these birds. Possession of a feather or other body part is prohibited, but Native Americans may possess these items traditional for their culture. In Alaska, Bald Eagles received federal protection in 1959 only.
In the middle of the 20th century, Bald Eagles were endangered or eliminated throughout the majority of states. The major causes are habitat destruction, poaching, pesticide use and poisoning. Today, the population of Bald Eagles has recovered in many states due to strong support of the government. Fines for killing a Bald Eagle and trading in their body parts are great.
Destruction of nest sites, deterioration of salmon spawning streams, mining, and disturbance of these birds by idle watchers in remote areas pose problems for the species. Also, Bald Eagles often get hit by vehicles or get poisoned by lead that is found in wounded game.
Thanks only to reintroduction Bald Eagles still survive nowadays. The population has completely recovered in the beginning of the 21st century, but some states continue reintroduction efforts. There are two methods of reintroduction. Eaglets may be captive-hatched and placed to the nests of eagles whose eggs failed to hatch. Young Bald Eagles may also be placed on man-made towers located in remote zones.
Bald Eagles - Pictures Facts - Conservation Links
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Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region
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American Eagle Foundation - Images from a nest in Tennessee, information, links and ways you can donate.
Bald Eagles: On the Road to Recovery - Read about a harmful impact of DDT and other chemicals on the population of Bald Eagles.
Birds Of Nova Scotia - Information on range, breeding, food habits and conservation status of the Bald Eagle.
California Reintroduction Program - Read about the conservation efforts for condors and Bald Eagles.
Eagle's Heritage - Raptor preservation and rehabilitation wildlife park. Image gallery and information about the facility including location and entry fees.
National Wildlife Federation: American Bald Eagle - Profile with facts and conservation information.
NATURE: Eagles - The Bald Eagle Returns - Contains several successful stories on Bald Eagles restoration in many parts of the USA.
Rickerts Nature Preserve - Look at the photos of Bald Eagles living in the preserve.
The Eagle Institute - Conservation organization offering educational programs, guided habitat trips, volunteer monitoring, and data collection opportunities.
Bald Eagles - Pictures Facts - Related Links
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Harry Bowden © 1995-2002
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Animal Bytes - Bald Eagle - General information, fun facts and bibliography on the species.
Bald Eagle - A detailed description of the species and information on protection measures taken recently.
Bald Eagle - Enchanted Learning - Information on Bald Eagles for children.
Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) - A very detailed description of Bald Eagles and their life history.
Bald Eagles by Brendan - A brief description of the species including its diet, habitat and preservation measures.
Bald Eagles, Links and Information - Pictures and links to information on the American Eagle, the USA's National Symbol.
Biogeography of Bald Eagle - Read about classification, distribution and evolution of the species.
Critter Corner - The American Bald Eagle - This bird is one of America's symbols and it lives right here in Wisconsin. Learn more about this wonderful creature.
IFWIS - Bald Eagle - Life history, quick facts on Bald Eagles and management practices for the species.
See Bald Eagles at Brackendale - A guide for visitors to Brackendale, a small community located about an hour outside Vancouver.
Species Profile: Bald Eagle - Short facts about Bald Eagles.
Wildlife of the Alligator River - Describes typical diet and habitat of these birds.
