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The eagle is a symbol of power that rises above all things. It represents strength and an unconquerable spirit. By the power of God, Israel was delivered often from her enemies--as if on eagle’s wings.  The Bald Eagle is the National Bird of the United States and was declared the National Emblem in 1782. The Bald Eagle has become the symbol of Freedom in the U.S.A. and has played a large part in the American Art World for centuries.

Eagles can be found in much folklore, songs and especially in the Native American Culture. Some American Indian Tribes considered the Bald Eagle to be sacred; some believe that the Creator had chosen the Eagle to be the Leader or also known as the Master of the Sky.  It is believed that the Eagle is a messenger to God and that it was given the honor of carrying prayers between man and the Spirit World. Eagle Feathers have been used by Native Americans in their Spiritual and Tribal Dances. These Feathers were considered to be sacred and were very hard to come by so they had to be earned in order to receive one. The feathers were treated with the utmost respect and protected at all times. Both Americans and Native Americans Indians hold the Eagle in the highest regard and hope to keep it flying high and free for many generations to come.

Bald Eagles average approximately 27 to 43 inches long, average weight is 7 to 14 pounds and can have a wing span of 6 to 8 feet. These magnificent creatures are considered one of the largest birds in the North America. They have a life span of up to 40 years in the wild and even longer in captivity. Eagles can fly up to altitudes of 10,000 feet or more, and can soar for hours using natural wind currents.

Eagles are deeply devoted and mate for life. They share all duties including the hunting, egg incubation, nesting, and the eaglet feeding until the eaglets are strong enough to fly.

The feathers of newly hatched bald eaglets are light grey, and turn dark brown before they leave the nest at approximately 12 weeks.