Bald eagle has recently been officially declared as the national bird of which one among the following countries?

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UPSC CDS-I 2025 (General Studies) Official Paper (Held On: 13 Apr, 2025)

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The correct answer is USA.

Key Points

🦅 Bald Eagle Declared Official National Bird of the U.S.
- Announcement Date: December 25, 2024
- By: President Joe Biden
- Action: Signed a bill officially designating the bald eagle as the national bird of the United States
- Why It Matters: Although long considered a national symbol, it had never been officially codified as the national bird in U.S. law
🦅 Background and Symbolism of the Bald Eagle:
- The bald eagle has been a symbol of U.S. strength and freedom for over 240 years
- It appears on the Great Seal of the United States (since 1782)
- The seal includes:
- The bald eagle
- Olive branch (peace)
- Arrows (defense)
- Shield, stars, and the motto “E Pluribus Unum”
- Used in:
- U.S. government documents
- Presidential flag
- Military insignia
- U.S. currency
🧬 Facts About the Bald Eagle:
- Scientific Name: Haliaeetus leucocephalus
- Physical Features:
- White head
- Yellow beak
- Brown body
- Native To: North America
- Iconic individual: Uncle Sam, a 25-year-old bald eagle featured in the article photo