*** About Bald Eagles: Known scientifically as Haliaeetus leucocephalus, bald eagles are not actually bald; their name derives from an older meaning of "white headed". These majestic birds are native to North America and are most recognized for their white head and tail, starkly contrasting their dark brown body and wings. As powerful flyers, they can reach speeds of 56-70 kilometers per hour when gliding and flapping their wings. Bald eagles prefer habitats near seacoasts, rivers, large lakes, oceans, and other large bodies of open water with an abundant food supply and old-growth trees for nesting. In terms of behavior, these eagles are famous for their dramatic courtship rituals which include high-speed dives and somersaults.

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