Avondale in Cincinnati in Hamilton County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Saving Our National Symbol
"The uplifting message of the return of the eagle is that we can rescue endangered species. May the bald eagle's strength, grace and tenacity inspire us to make the effort.
—John Sawhill, Former President of The Nature Conservancy
The bald eagle's remarkable comeback is a true American conservation success story. Once down to less than 500 nesting pairs, the bald eagle population is on the rise thanks to the banning of toxic pesticides like DDT, protection under the Endangered Species Act, and reintroduction of eagles born at zoos. Though still protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, the bald eagle is no longer listed as endangered.
Erected by Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Parks & Recreational Areas • Science & Medicine.
Location. 39° 8.67′ N, 84° 30.561′ W. Marker is in Cincinnati, Ohio, in Hamilton County. It is in Avondale. Marker can be reached from Vine Street north of Erkenbrecher Avenue, on the right when traveling north. Touch for map.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. The Reptile House (within shouting distance of this marker); Breeding Steller's Sea Eagles at the Zoo (within shouting distance of this marker); Sol A. Stephan (within shouting distance of this marker); Returning Andean Condors to the Wild (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); Passenger Pigeon and Carolina Paraquet Memorial (about 300 feet away); Koi (about 400 feet away); Mexican Wolf (about 600 feet away); A Fierce Green Fire (about 600 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Cincinnati.
Credits. This page was last revised on February 4, 2023. It was originally submitted on July 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 85 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 2, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
