Bald Eagles Quiz

What is the wingspan of a bald eagle?

• 4 feet

• 6 feet

• 8 feet

• 10 feet

How far can a bald eagle see with its eyesight?

• 100 meters

• 75 meters

• 50 meters

• 125 meters

What is the main food source for bald eagles at Conowingo Dam?

• Bass

• Trout

• Shad

• Salmon

Why do bald eagles come to Conowingo Dam in winter?

• To build nests

• To escape predators

• To find food

• To find a mate

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What do bald eagles do when the power producing turbines funnel river water through the dam?

• Hunt for fish

• Rest on trees

• Build nests

• Fly away

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What is the behavior of bald eagles when they catch a fish at Conowingo Dam?

• They drop it and catch it mid-air

• They hide it in the trees

• They share it with other eagles

• They eat it immediately

What is the pro tip for photographing bald eagles at Conowingo Dam?

• Be patient

• Use a flash

• Make loud noises

• Take pictures from a distance

What happens when the siren goes off at Conowingo Dam?

• The eagles fly away

• The eagles start hunting for fish

• The turbines stop

• The fish are released