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Celebrate National American Eagle Day and appreciate the beauty of our national symbol - the majestic bald eagle!
Get ready to celebrate National American Eagle Day on June 20! This day has been around since the early 2000s, when it was created in honor of the majestic bird that is a symbol of freedom and strength. The bald eagle became America's national emblem in 1782 and this special day is dedicated to honoring its unique beauty, power and grace.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1782</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Eagle as National Emblem</div><div class='timeline-text'>The bald eagle was officially chosen as the emblem of the United States, symbolizing the country's sovereignty and strength.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bald Eagle Protection Act</div><div class='timeline-text'>Congress passes The Bald Eagle Protection Act, prohibiting the killing, selling or possession of the species to protect it from extinction.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1967</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Eagles on Endangered List</div><div class='timeline-text'>The bald eagle was added to the list of endangered species by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service as the population dwindled.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1995</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Eagle Conservation Success</div><div class='timeline-text'>Following successful conservation efforts, the bald eagle's status was upgraded from "endangered" to "threatened."</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Delisting of Bald Eagles</div><div class='timeline-text'>The bald eagle is removed from the list of threatened and endangered species, marking a huge success in wildlife conservation.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2007</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Eagle Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Culture and national pride leads to the establishment of National American Eagle Day, celebrated every June 20th to appreciate and raise awareness for the bird.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit an eagle sanctuary</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take a trip to your local wildlife refuge or bird sanctuary and observe the majestic American eagle up close. Get to know these birds of prey and learn more about their behavior and habitat.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Watch an eagle soar</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>One of the most impressive sights of nature is seeing an American eagle in flight. Pack up a picnic basket, grab some binoculars, and head out to your nearest wilderness area for a special bird watching experience.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create eagle art</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Draw, paint, or sculpt an eagle to honor National American Eagle Day. Use your creative side to create something that commemorates the beauty and strength of this powerful bird.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Buy an eagle plushie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your love for eagles by getting a cute plushie! Look online or in stores for stuffed animals modeled after the American eagle—you can even find ones with wings that flap when you press a button.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Adopt an eagle</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you want to support preservation efforts for American eagles, consider adopting one through a wildlife conservation organization. You’ll contribute funds for research, rehabilitation, habitat protection, and more.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>American Eagle Day is a celebration of our national bird</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>The bald eagle is an iconic symbol of America, and is featured on the Great Seal of the United States. Celebrating American Eagle Day helps to remind us of the majestic beauty these birds represent and why it's important to protect their habitats and natural resources.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It serves to educate people about American Eagles</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>When we take time to learn more about the bald eagle, we can understand its importance in our environment and our culture as Americans. Education is essential for conservation efforts, so observing American Eagle Day is a great way to increase public awareness about this amazing species.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It helps to promote preservation efforts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Observing American Eagle Day also encourages efforts to conserve and preserve their habitats. By raising public awareness and understanding, it could potentially help lead to new legislation or initiatives that would protect the bald eagle from further decline.</p></div></div>
National American Eagle Day is celebrated on June 20th every year. In 2024 National American Eagle Day will occur on a Thursday.
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