Bald Eagle Information & Photos - American Bald Eagle Information, American Bald Eagle Information - Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), our national bird,is the only eagle unique to North America. The bald eagle's scientific name signifies a sea (halo) eagle (aeetos) with a white (leukos) head. In-depth bald eagle description, nesting and eating habits, photos and video, a facts sheet, where to view bald eagles, history and current status of the bald eagle, free bald eagle screen savers and greeting cards, eagle myths and stories as well as golden and harpy.