Bald Eagle Research Paper

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Bald Eagle Scientific Name: Haliaeetus leucocephalus Bald Eagles are the national bird of the United States. They can grow to be 30-43 inches and have a wingspan of 6-8 feet. Their distinct white head and tail allow spectators to determine which type of bird it is from a distance. Preferred Habitat: The bald eagles can be found anywhere across the U.S and Canada. They can typically be found along rivers, coasts, lakes, in mountains, and in the open country. The availability of food in the area that the eagle is currently living in determines whether or not it will migrate during the winter months. Place in Local Food Web: The Bald Eagle is at the top of it’s food chain as a tertiary consumer. It …show more content…

A Bald Eagle Ecology article states that Helminth parasites live on bald eagles to receive nourishment while disrupting nutrient absorption. The following photo shows an enlarged image of a Helminth parasite. Commensalism in Bald Eagles Bald eagles create nests in a variety of trees, according to an article on symbiosis on Weebly, one of the most popular trees that they nest in is a Acacia tree. This is a commensalistic relationship because the bird benefits by having a location to live and the tree is neither harmed nor benefitted by the nest on it. Mutualism in Bald Eagles Mutualistic relationships occur between eagles and farmers when farmers begin to plant crops in their fields. When crops are planted, prey are attracted to the field to eat. Bald eagles will surround fields to prepare to eat the prey that come in. The eagle will eat the prey that are coming into the field benefiting it by providing energy to the bird, and the farmer benefits because his crops are protected and have the ability to

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