Bald Eagle

From U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters:

Clearly recognized by its white head, brown body, and hooked yellow beak, the bald eagle has been the national emblem of the United States of America since 1782. Preferring to make their homes in large trees near bodies of water, bald eagles build enormous nests out of sticks. Living near a constant source of water, bald eagles feast on fish, ducks, snakes and even turtles. They will also eat rabbits, muskrats, and dead animals. Bald Eagles can have a wing span of 7 feet, weigh up to 15 pounds, and stand at a height of 38 inches, the bald eagle is one of the largest raptors in the world. Picture courtesy of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Eagle counts were conducted at Little Rock District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Table Rock Lake this week with 122 total. 76 adult and 46 juvenile 




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