Population Demographics and Estimation of Sustainable Take in the United States, 2016 update

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Population Demographics and Estimation of Sustainable Take in the United States, 2016 update

This 2016 report is a compilation of the research on the population status and trends of bald and golden eagles up to 2016. The report estimated population sizes, productivity, and survival rates; cumulative effects to local area populations; and effects of unauthorized take of golden eagles. This report served as the biological basis for the Service’s regulatory management framework.

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The Migratory Bird Program works with partners to protect, restore and conserve bird populations and their habitats for the benefit of future generations by: ensuring long-term ecological sustainability of all migratory bird populations, increasing socioeconomic benefits derived from birds,...
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A large raptor, the bald eagle has a wingspread of about seven feet. Adults have a dark brown body and wings, white head and tail, and a yellow beak. Juveniles are mostly brown with white mottling on the body, tail, and undersides of wings. Adult plumage usually is obtained by the sixth year. In...

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