First, most hunters follow the rules of hunter safety but some are ignorant. A lot of eagles are killed by hunters who kill them to sell their feathers and talons on the black market. Next, tons of bald eagles are killed from being electrocuted. Their wings can sometimes get caught in the power lines. A lot of them also can get lead poisoning. They get it from eating deer or other animals that have already been shot. Younger eagles usually eat more roadkill or animals that have already died. They usually end up eating poisoned meat that are used as bait. Some die from being hit by cars. They can also starve to death, because they don't have enough hunting skills yet. They can also die from falling into the water.
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It's sad that bald eagles can die often. Hunters should stop trying to sell bald eagle parts on the black market because they are a very important symbol of the United States.
ReplyDeleteI agree with you that hunters should stop killing bald eagles. Killing our nations bird is a very sad thing.
DeleteI knew bald eagles were targets for hunters but couldn't figure out why. Selling their parts on the black market is a cruel way to make money.
ReplyDeleteThis is so sad. I'm glad hat there are laws in place and huge fines for poaching endangered animals like he bald eagle.
ReplyDeleteIt's it really makes me mad when I hear about endangered species getting hunted like this. These creatures are so majestic and don't deserve to be killed. SAVE THE EAGLES!!
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