Wild American Bald Eagle with an American USA red white and blue flag background. The bald eagle became the National emblem in 1782 when the great seal of the United States was adopted. Wingspan ranges from 72 to 90 inches. Size - The female bald eagle is 35 to 37 inches, slightly larger than the male. Bald eagles' favorite food is fish, but they will also eat other birds, ducks, muskrats and sometimes turtles. They also they eat carrion (dead animals) willingly, and are notorious for robbing osprey of their catches. Colorado fine art nature wildlife photography images by James Bo Insogna (C) - All Rights Reserved. Please feel Free to share our links, with Family or Friends who may also enjoy them. If you like my Art Gallery, please spread the word and press the Pinterest, FB, Google+, Twitter or SU Buttons! Thank you! *PLEASE NOTE, WATERMARKS WILL NOT BE ON THE PURCHASE PRINTS*