Animals birds nature eagles. History of bald eagle decline protection and recovery view full timeline belowrecovery. The national wildlife federation brings nature to life in the pages of our publications inspiring people of all ages and reading levels to develop a deeper relationship with our natural world. Forty years ago the bald eagle our national symbol was in danger of extinction throughout most of its range. There are many types of birds and we see only a few of them around the place of human residence.
Birds are unique living beings with their ability to fly. The bald eagles recovery is an american success story.