The bald eagle was chosen on June 20, 1782 as a symbol of the United States of American, due to its long life, great strength and majestic looks. Also because it was then believed to exist only on this continent. Besides being our national bird, the bald eagle is also considered the most endangered species in North America. The bald eagle is found over most of North America, from Alaska, to Canada, and northern Mexico. About half of the world's 70,000 bald eagles live in Alaska. Combined with British Columbia's population of about 20,000, the northwest coast of North America is by far th…
