Bald Eagle

The Bald Eagle is a magnificent bird of prey native to North America. Recognized by its distinctive white head and tail paired with a dark brown body in adults, it is a powerful apex predator. This contour feather exhibits the rich brown tones typical of body plumage, providing both insulation and weatherproofing.

Rich dark brown to nearly black distal portion with a lighter brown and whitish base; prominent pale brownish-white rachis

Pennaceous vane transitioning into a slightly plumulaceous base with an afterfeather present

Firm and stiff at the tip for aerodynamic protection, softer and fluffier at the base for insulation

Stout pale rachis, rich dark brown terminal vane, and a contrasting lighter brown to whitish plumulaceous base typical of large raptor body feathers

Found near large bodies of open water with old-growth trees for nesting and perching, such as lakes, reservoirs, rivers, and coastal marine areas

North America, ranging from Alaska and Canada down through the contiguous United States and into northern Mexico

Apex avian predator helping to regulate fish, waterfowl, and small mammal populations while serving as an important indicator of aquatic ecosystem health

Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos), which features darker, sometimes gold-tinged hackle feathers, and large hawks such as the Red-tailed Hawk

Bald Eagles can reach speeds of up to 99 to 100 mph when diving for prey and build the largest tree nests known for any animal species, sometimes weighing over two tons

Good condition with minor wear at the tips and slight fraying on the lower barbs