The Majesty of Eagles

A Symbol Through the Ages

American Indian Legends

The Eagle in US History

Species Around the World

Origins of the Species

Popular Names

Origins of the Common Name

Origins of the Scientific Name

Range from Coast to Coast

Bald and Golden Eagles

Help from the Osprey

General Population

The Decline of the Eagle

DDT and Eggshell Thinning

The Recovery of the Eagle

Habitat and Education

The Future of Eagles

Differences of the Sexes

Impressive Size

Size by Region

Life Span

Extraordinary Feathers

Feathers in Layers

Interlocking Feathers

Growing into Feathers

Juvenile Plumage

From Dull to Spectacular

Preened and Clean

Bathing

Sunning

Wings to Soar

Flapping and Takeoff

Flight Maneuvers

Soaring on Thermals

Hollow Bones

Impressive Bill

Weak Sense of Smell

Stationary Eyes

Excellent Sight in 3D

Binocular Vision

Eagle Eyes

Hearing

The Function of Feet

Extreme Talons

Designed to Fish

Diet of Fish and More

Communicating with Calls

The Perfect Nest

The King of Nests

Picking a Mate

The Courtship Ritual

Growing into the Mating Years

Eggs and Incubation

Sharing Incubation Duties

Hatching

Life in the Nest

Growing Up Quickly

From Nest to Flight

A Tough Beginning

Learning to Fly and Hunt

Getting Through Winter

The Rigors of Winter

Migration

Returning Home

The Majesty of Eagles

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