Eagle Fun Facts Quiz

What is the wingspan range of an adult bald eagle?

• 11-12 feet

• 9-10 feet

• 7-8 feet

• 5-6 feet

At what age do bald eagles typically develop their distinctive white head and tail feathers?

• 1-2 years

• 2-3 years

• 4-5 years

• 6-7 years

What is the primary diet of bald eagles?

• Ducks

• Snakes

• Fish

• Rodents

How long do bald eagles typically live in the wild?

• 10 years

• 30 years or longer

• 20 years

• 40 years

How many eggs does a female bald eagle usually lay?

• 8-9 eggs

• 4-5 eggs

• 1-3 eggs

• 6-7 eggs

How long is the incubation period for bald eagle eggs?

• 20 days

• 25 days

• 30 days

• 35 days

What caused the decline in bald eagle populations in the late 1940s?

• Hunting

• Pesticide DDT

• Climate change

• Habitat loss

When was the use of DDT banned in the United States?

• 1992

• 1962

• 1972

• 1982

In what year was the bald eagle removed from the federal list of threatened and endangered species?

• 2007

• 2005

• 2000

• 1995

What is the typical weight range of an adult bald eagle?

• 15-20 pounds

• 8-14 pounds

• 20-25 pounds

• 5-10 pounds