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The Bald Eagle No Longer Endangered

There were many decades in which the U.S. national symbol was believed to be headed for extinction, but the species has since made a remarkable comeback. In 1940 the bald eagle was declared to be endangered, and to protect it from hunters the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection act was passed. Read

By: Ryan Orlancia | 30/08/2007 | Science

The Straight Facts About Bald Eagles

Did you know that the bald eagle has symbolized America, as well as being its national bird, since 1782? Sea Eagles, so common in 18th century Europe, were a common sight to America's early settlers, and it is from mistaking the two birds that the bald eagle got its name. Read

By: Ryan Orlancia | 09/05/2007 | Environment