- Length: 28-38 inches (71-96 centimeters)
- Wingspan: 5-7.5 feet (1.5-2.3 meters)
- Weight: 8-14 pounds (3.6-6.3 kilograms)
*Note: Bald eagles are sexually dimorphic, meaning that males and females differ in size. Females are typically larger than males.*
The bald eagle is a large bird of prey found in North America. It is the national bird of the United States. Bald eagles are apex predators, meaning that they are at the top of the food chain and have no natural predators. They are known for their distinctive white head and tail feathers, as well as their powerful wings and sharp eyesight. Bald eagles typically build large nests in tall trees and feed on fish, small mammals, and other birds.