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APL -American photo library © 1997-2004
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American Bald Eagles Photos - History
Before the arrival of the first settlers to America, there were about 500,000 of American Bald Eagles. They inhabited the banks of every large river and lake and nested in 45 states. As the human population grew, bald eagle's population began to decline. There is no single reason for the decline.
The main reason was competition for food, because the people and the eagles hunted and fished for the same game; and humans, with weapons at their disposal, had a great advantage. Another reason is habitat destruction that began early in the 19th century. Bald Eagles were left fewer places to hunt and nest. Many people considered eagles to be pests and killed them in large numbers.
In the middle of the 20th century another problem arose: DDT and other pesticides came into use. Small animals ate plants that contained dangerous agents; water from the fields came into rivers. And, fish fed on contaminated plankton. Eagles consumed animals and fish concentrated with DDT and other agents in their organisms. The poison harmed the eggs, too. The shell became too thin and the eggs did not hatch. Many birds have become infertile due to these types of chemicals.
About 100,000 Bald Eagles were killed in Alaska from 1917 to 1953 due to the bounty. The government paid for every American Bald Eagle killed. Only in the 1960's were American Bald Eagles declared as endangered while many individuals and groups began to work towards the conservation of the species.
American Bald Eagles Photos - Conservation Links
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Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region
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Alaska Raptor Center. American Bald Eagle. - Provides medical treatment to injured Bald Eagles and other birds, offers education programs and conducts research. Includes news and events, volunteer and membership details, raptor resources and visitor information. Located in Sitka.
AMNH Expedition -- Endangered Eagles - Bald Eagle Fact in metric and standard measurements.
Birds Of Nova Scotia: American Bald Eagles - Information on range, breeding, food habits and conservation status of the bald eagle.
California State Bald Eagles - Read about a cooperative research program on biodiversity conservation in central California, administered by California State University.
Eagle's Heritage - Raptor preservation and rehabilitation wildlife park. Image gallery and information about the facility including location and entry fees.
IFWIS - American Bald Eagle - Life history, quick facts on Bald Eagles and management practices for the species.
Museum of Zoology: American Bald Eagles - The Alaskan Department of Fish and Game has this informative website that provides much information on Bald Eagles.
NATURE: Eagles - The American Bald Eagle Returns - Contains several successful stories on Bald Eagles restoration in many parts of the USA.
Raptors: Bald Eagles - National Biological Service Report about the conservation status and measures taken to protect American birds of prey.
Rickerts Nature Preserve - Look at the photos of Bald Eagles living in the preserve.
Species Profile: American Bald Eagle - Short facts about Bald Eagles.
Sullivan County Visitor's Association - Accommodations, attractions, photos of the area, outdoor life and winter life. With information on Bald Eagles, area events, dining, driving, transportation, and the local weather outlook.
The Eagle Institute - Non-profit group in Barryville dedicated to the conservation of Bald Eagles and other birds of prey.
American Bald Eagles Photos - Related Links
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Great Lakes-Big Rivers Region
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American Bald Eagle Graphics - Contains many photos and pictures of the Bald and other eagles.
American Bald Eagle Information - general information on the birds and many pictures and photos in the wild.
Bald Eagle Facts - Key facts about the species.
Bald Eagles in Russia - An article about the seasonal movements of these birds.
Eagle Facts - A very informative site containing myths, information on history, ecology and breeding of these birds.
Eagles in the Cloud - Provides information and many photos of the bald eagle.
Eagles of Reelfoot Lake - Information on Bald Eagles in the Reelfoot area of northwest Tennessee. Eagle watching, state park captive eagles, and photos.
Mahay's Denali Alaska Tours - Boat excursions to view black or grizzly bear, nesting Bald Eagles, moose, and other wildlife. Also offers fishing trips and shuttle service. Located in Talkeetna.
Prince Edward Island: About the Bald Eagle - Visitors' guides to places where you can see Bald Eagles.
The bald eagle: Information and Facts - Read about the bald eagle - the most regal
bird in the sky and the symbol of America.
