What is national bird?

The bald eagle (_Haliaeetus leucocephalus_) is the national bird of the United States of America. The bald eagle was chosen as the national bird in 1782 because of its beauty, strength, and majesty. The bald eagle is a large bird of prey that is found in North America. Adult bald eagles have brown feathers, a white head and tail, and yellow feet and beak. Bald eagles are very powerful birds and can fly up to speeds of 35 miles per hour. They are also very skilled hunters and can catch fish, rabbits, and even deer. Bald eagles are a symbol of the United States of America and are often seen in patriotic displays.