- Hunting: Bald eagles are skilled predators that hunt for fish, birds, and small mammals. They have sharp eyesight and powerful talons that help them catch their prey.
- Nesting: Bald eagles build large nests in tall trees. They mate for life and typically use the same nest year after year. The nests can be up to 10 feet wide and 6 feet deep.
- Raising young: Bald eagles lay two to three eggs per breeding season. The eggs hatch after about 35 days and the eaglets fledge (leave the nest) about two months later. The parents take turns incubating the eggs and feeding the eaglets.
- Migrating: Bald eagles are migratory birds, meaning they travel long distances between their breeding grounds and wintering grounds. They migrate south in the fall and return north in the spring.
- Perching: Bald eagles spend a lot of time perched in trees. They do this to rest, watch for prey, and survey their territory.
- Soaring: Bald eagles are capable of soaring for long periods of time. They can glide effortlessly on the wind currents, covering great distances.
- Communicating: Bald eagles use a variety of vocalizations to communicate with each other. These include high-pitched whistles, screams, and cackles.
- Defending their territory: Bald eagles are territorial birds and will defend their territory from other eagles and predators. They may do this by flying at the intruder, screaming, or attacking.