Presents the story of a Wisconsin eagle that is nicknamed "Old Abe" and becomes the mascot of the Eighth Regiment of Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry during the Civil War. Describes how Old Abe would fly above battles and rally his comrades. Discusses how his legend grew and made him a Confederate target.
Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, habitat, and life cycle of eagles and examines the different kinds, including the golden eagle, American bald eagle, Ayre's hawk-eagle, and harpy eagle.
As the tall ships sail into New York Harbor to celebrate the Fourth of July, a bald eagle soars in the sky overhead, a regal symbol with shining armor and eyes like canary diamonds.
Describes the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of eagles, the two North American species, and how to safely observe these birds in the wild.
A color-illustrated chronicle of the life of a golden eagle, which describes its hatching, hunting, moulting, courtship and nesting, and threats to its survival. Also includes a glossary and a list of related resources.