Bald Eagle Officially Declared US National Bird After Two Centuries
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com A Long-Awaited Recognition On Christmas Eve, the bald eagle, a symbol of strength and freedom, officially became the national bird of the United States. President Joe Biden signed the historic legislation, ending nearly 250 years of informal recognition. While the bald eagle has adorned the Great Seal of the United States since 1782 and has been associated with the country’s identity for generations, it was never formally designated as the national bird. This changed after Congress passed the bill last week, making its way to the President’s desk for approval. Jack Davis, co-chair of the National Bird Initiative for the National Eagle Center, expressed his excitement in a statement. “For nearly 250 years, we called the bald eagle the US national bird when it wasn’t. But now the title is official, and no bird is more deserving.” The bird’s official designation marks a moment of national pride and a celebration of its unique status as a North Am...