But its large body, its great wingspan, and strong legs are covered with dark brown feathers. In contrast to the dark feathers, the white head feathers make it appear, from a distance, to actually look bald. This great American bird, with its big eight foot wingspread, lives high upon rocky cliffs. With its keen eyesight, it can watch the surface of rivers and lakes far below. With its huge, sharp talons, it can scoop up these animals and carry them up to its nest.
Eagles love to eat salmon.
Salmon are also endangered.