Community Commitment
March 18, 2019

25+ facts about bald eagles [infographic]

Everything you've ever wanted to know about bald eagles


The bald eagle is a large bird of prey known for its characteristic white head and tail. Once in decline due to hunting, habitat destruction and pesticides, this North American species has made a tremendous comeback and was removed from the threatened and endangered species list in 2007.

Discover more about these beautiful creatures in the infographic below.

 Download a Free PDF of the Infographic Here

As an energy provider whose operations extend thousands of miles, conservation is a key component of our environmental commitment to the customers and communities we serve.

Our Bird Cams, the first of which went online in 1997, are just one of the many steps our company has taken to increase conservation awareness. The live streams feature four different raptor species: bald eagles, peregrine falcons, great horned owls and, most recently, American kestrels. Our partnership with the Raptor Resource Project allows us to continue our conservation efforts and create the best nesting homes for these raptors. Learn more about our corporate responsibility here

 Watch the Fort St. Vrain bald eagles live on our Bird Cam website and follow Xcel Energy-Colorado on Facebook for the latest updates.