Fairmount Park in Philadelphia in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Bald Eagle
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Diet: Primarily fish, but will also scavenge on carrion and steal prey caught by others.
Wingspan: Up to seven feet.
Threats: Habitat loss and human activity.
Habitat: Typically nest in forests near bodies of water.
Range: North America.
Fun Fact: Since 1782, the bald eagle has been the national emblem and mascot of the United States.
Threat Status: Not in Danger.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Patriots & Patriotism. A significant historical year for this entry is 1782.
Location. 39° 58.142′ N, 75° 11.626′ W. Marker is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in Philadelphia County. It is in Fairmount Park. Marker can be reached from North 34th Street (U.S. 13) south of West Girard Street (U.S. 30), on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia PA 19104, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Chicken (within shouting distance of this marker); Otterly unique / Generations of otters / Otter Family Tree (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Red Panda (about 500 feet away); Giraffe (about 800 feet away); Plastic-free Sea (approx. 0.2 miles away); Thorfinn Karlsefni
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Credits. This page was last revised on February 2, 2023. It was originally submitted on February 26, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 74 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on February 26, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
