According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) National Wildlife Health Center, in late May, wildlife managers in Washington D.C., Virginia, Maryland and West Virginia began receiving reports of sick and dying birds with eye swelling and crusty discharge, as well …
Though Bald Eagle Poisoning Cases Have Been Happening for Years, a Law that Could Help Was Never Enacted in Maryland
Retired federal agent, who investigated many of these cases and was among a small group responsible for the EPA banning carbofuran, says state law could help bring cases to justice
Carbofuran is a federally banned pesticide – it was banned …
The Holy Grail of the Bird World – a Snowy Owl Story
Imagine a bird rarely seen out of the Arctic. A big, beautiful, white bird with golden eyes. It’s a photogenic bird for sure, providing the perfect contrast against the backdrop of all landscapes. Even in the snow, those eyes stick …
Who is “Protecting” our National Bird – the American Bald Eagle? A Guest Post, Written by David Lychenheim
When I saw my first Bald Eagle soaring high overhead I was immediately mesmerized by its huge wingspan and determined look. The Bald Eagle is truly worthy of being America’s bird as a symbol of our freedom.
Honoring the Bald …
Our Species Is Still Killing Bald Eagles. Should We Intervene?
Conowingo – A Photographer and Bald Eagle Enthusiast is Asking For Protection of Birds from Anglers.
The bald eagles, cormorants, great blue herons, osprey and anglers have all come for the same reason – fish.
On any given day at …