Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Least Concern

The Bald Eagle is the national bird of the United States, recognizable by its white head and tail. Once endangered by the pesticide DDT, it has made a strong recovery and is now a common sight near lakes and coasts.

Males and females of this species look mostly alike.

Bald Eagle trading card from Birdey

Quick facts

Conservation status
Least Concern
Habitat
Wetlands
Region
North America
Scientific name
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Card variants in the game
2

Real rarity, real conservation

This species is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Its population is widespread and currently not considered threatened.

Rarity in Birdey follows the IUCN Red List, the real-world conservation status of each species. The more threatened a bird is in the wild, the rarer its card is in the game.

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