What bird actually provides the iconic cry often associated with bald eagles in U.S.?

The iconic cry often associated with bald eagles in the United States is actually produced by a bird called the red-tailed hawk. This misconception arose because of the frequent use of the red-tailed hawk's cry in movies, television shows, and other media to represent the sound of bald eagles. In reality, bald eagles have a different, higher-pitched cry that sounds more like a squeal.