Feathers

As a national symbol, the majestic Bald Eagle appears on everything from money to memorials, but decades ago, it almost disappeared completely. Because of the ban on the pesticide DDT and habitat protection, the Bald Eagle is now flourishing across the nation and no longer needs the protection of the Endangered Species Act. It’s a great Wildlife Win and one more reason to celebrate eagles and all they represent. Photo by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Midwest. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 6/20/16.

A baby Mexican spotted owl at Zion National Park in Utah! National parks aren’t just for people to enjoy – they also preserve important habitat for wildlife like the Mexican spotted owl, found in Zion’s slot canyons. It’s one of the largest owls in North America and is listed as a threatened species by both the U.S. and Mexican governments. Protecting parks helps ensure these owls have a home for years to come. Photo by Sarah Stio, National Park Service. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 8/22/16.

Greater yellowlegs spend winters along the southern coast of the United States and southward all the way to the southern tip of South America, then travel to Alaska and Canada in the summer to breed. They lay their eggs directly on the ground, and both parents defend the nesting site aggressively. A nearby tree is often used as an observation post. From the Park’s Facebook page.

Muscatatuck National Wildlife Refuge in Indiana was established in 1966 to provide resting and feeding areas for waterfowl during their annual migrations. More than 280 species of birds have been seen at Muscatatuck, and the refuge is recognized as a “Continentally Important” bird area. This time of year, you can see great blue herons, egrets, warblers and incredible orange sunrises. Photo by Bill Tucker. Posted on Tumblr by the US Department of the Interior, 4/6/16.