The Bald Eagle Just Became America's National Bird. What Took So Long?
The bald eagle is featured on American military insignia, currency, stamps and even the helmets of an NFL team. However, the government has never officially recognized it as the United States’ national bird—until now.
Why did it take nearly 250 years for the bald eagle to be declared America's national bird?
The bald eagle has symbolised American strength and freedom for nearly 250 years, its image emblazoned on the Great Seal, military emblems, and currency. Yet, it wasn’t until Christmas Eve 2024 that i
The Bald Eagle Has Officially Been Named the National Bird of the United States
President Joe Biden signed a bill into law that officially named the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States. Though a longstanding symbol of 'independence, strength and freedom,' the bird of prey never received a formal designation.
The bald eagle is officially America's national bird. Here's why it took so long
After learning the U.S. doesn't officially recognize the bald eagle as its national bird, a Minnesota man swooped in and wrote a bill for Congress. This week, Biden signed it into law.
The Bald Eagle Is (Finally) the National Bird of the United States
The bird of brown and white feathers has long represented the United States as a majestic and soaring symbol, but only this week did a law make it official.
Bald eagle is officially America's bird, with Biden's signature
The bald eagle is emblematic of America. It's on coins and bills, graces the Great Seal and inspired conservation efforts that brought the species back from the brink of extinction. Though it was first used as the national symbol more than 240 years ago, Congress had never made it official.
Bald eagle officially named America’s national bird after 250 years: All you want to know
The bald eagle, a long-standing symbol of strength and freedom, has been officially recognized as the national bird of the US after President Joe Bide
Bald eagle officially becomes national bird of the U.S.
President Joe Biden signed into law legislation sent to him by Congress that amends the United States Code to correct what had long gone unnoticed and designate the bald eagle — familiar to many because of its white head, yellow beak and brown body — as the national bird.
It's official: The bald eagle is the national bird of the United States
After nearly 250 years of informal recognition, the bald eagle has officially been designated as the national bird of the United States.
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After Centuries as a Symbol, Bald Eagle Becomes America’s Official Bird
After centuries as a revered symbol of America, the bald eagle has finally been officially recognized as the national bird ...
Why It Took 248 Years for the Bald Eagle to Become America's National Bird
The bald eagle finally became America's official national bird after a bill was signed by President Joe Biden on Christmas ...