Bald Eagle

by

Taha Qayyum 5D

Table of
Contents
1 .. Introduction
2 .. Diet
3 .. Habitat
4 ..
Conclusion
5 ..
Bibliography

Introduction
In this research report I will be
talking about the Bald Eagle. I
will focus on their habitat and
their diet.

Diet

Bald Eagle Eating seafood

Eagle Eating rabbit

Bald

In the wild, and depending on

its availability, the bald eagle's
diet consists of 70-90% fish. Just
as humans require a varied and

balanced diet, bald eagles do

not exist on fish alone. The
remaining 10-30% of the eagle
diet varies from small mammals
to waterfowl to varied forms of
aquatic life.
This variety contributes to the
eagle's health. For instance,
occasionally the bald eagle may
feed on a rabbit or other small
mammal. The bald eagle
consumes the bones of fish
without problem.
However, the bones and fur of
the rabbit or other small
mammal must be stored in a
special section of the bald
eagle's throat called the crop.

Eventually the fur and bones are

semi-digested and form a small
pellet which the eagle spits or
casts out of its mouth. The
dietary change which requires
the use of the crop may perform
a necessary health function for
the bald eagle.

Habitat

The most essential component

of the Bald Eagles habitat is a
foraging area. Large open areas
of lakes, rivers, shorelines, or
other sources of open water are
needed where prey can be
hunted and eaten. The Bald
Eagle, also known as the Sea
Eagle, has a diet consisting of
70-80% fish or other aquatic life;
therefore, the water provides its
major source of food.
The Bald Eagle's range, or where
the Bald Eagle lives and nests,
covers all of North America
including Canada and Mexico.
Historically, the Bald Eagle lived
in all 48 lower states. Bald Eagle

populations have never been

endangered in Alaska where
they remain abundant despite
many attempts by man to
destroy those populations. The
only U. S. state where Bald
Eagles are not present is
Hawaii. When the Bald Eagle
mates, after it reaches maturity
around 4 to 5 years of age, it will
return to within 75 miles of its
first flight to build a nest.
For a species to survive it must
have food, shelter, and
protection from its enemies.
Since the adult Bald Eagle has
no known natural predators, the
only other species that poses a

threat is man. It is up to us to
ensure that the Bald Eagle
meets its basic habitat
requirements.

Conclusion
In conclusion, the Bald Eagles
diet and its habitat are
extremely interesting topics. In
my opinion, these beautiful birds
are powerful creatures.

Bibliography
American Eagle Foundation (A
resource unit originally
developed by The Learning
Technology Center of
Vanderbilt University).
eagles.org,
http://www.americaneaglefoun
dation.com/about/sitemap.php