Tag: bald eagle
BALD EAGLE
Bald Eagles are always a sight to see. Here are two I found locally in northern Arizona. One is an adult while the other is an immature, not sure how old, but I read that an adult Bald Eagle is about five years old before their head turns completely white. Read: RAPTORS
ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT
The Endangered Species Act became a law in 1973. This act has committed to preserve all species. It has saved various imperiled plants and animals from extinction, while also protecting vital habitats. The Endangered Species Act has been more than 99% effective. Some species rescued from extinction under the ESA are: Bald Eagles, Peregrine Falcons,… Read More ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT
WETLANDS
A wetland is defined as an area that consists of marshes, swamps, or saturated land. There are two types: coastal (tidal) and inland (non-tidal). Coastal wetlands in North America are along the Atlantic, Pacific, or Gulf Coast, which link to areas where sea water mixes with freshwater to form various saline environments. Inland wetlands can be… Read More WETLANDS