The bald eagle is America's national bird. Children are taught from an
early age that the bald eagle is a significant bird to respect. In
addition to it being a significant bird, citizens of America view the
eagle as a symbol of the ideals of America and all of it's people who
live there and around the world. The impression that Americans reside
in a free country bursting with ideals of independence, freedom, and
bravery are often felt when Americans watch an eagle soar in the sky.
Unfortunately, these birds were put on the endangered species list
because of some people that wanted to have these majestic birds stuffed
on their mantelpiece rather than letting them fly free in the air.
Thankfully, after much work by government agencies and many volunteers
the number of eagle's have been increasing. These groups have helped to
pass laws that protect these incredible birds and also worked
tirelessly to restore habitat and rehabilitate injured birds to release
back into the wild. With the help of these people and organizations,
the eagle is able to be seen in greater numbers in many areas of the
United States and in Canada.
Helping The Eagles
There are some things that can be done by
those that want to help the eagles. Donating money and time to groups
that help the eagles is a great idea. Money and volunteers are often in
short supply. It may be an eagle rehabilitation center that needs help
or it could be one of the annual eagle counts that are conducted in a
number of locations in either country. Also, helping to save and
restore habitat of the eagles is very important. Much of their habitat
has been destroyed over the years by commercial, industrial and
residential developments. This has given them fewer places to nest and
raise their offspring which has resulted in less eagles being born in
many areas each year. When a person sees an eagle's nest they should
report it to the Fish And Wildlife officials near them so that they can
keep track of where the eagles are nesting and hopefully help to
preserve that area for them.
Researching on the internet and talking with members of bird watching
groups are good places to uncover information and resources about
eagles. By gaining greater knowledge about eagles, people will be able
to assist in the preservation of these majestic birds. The eagles are
benefiting from the efforts made by these people and organizations.
However, the more people that get involved and help, the better are the
eagles' odds of existing and even thriving in the years to come.
