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Eagles have had it quite rough in this country. Along with hunting, facing challenges people do, and also the whole situation with DDT, it's a surprise that there are still Bald Eagles in this country today. It's a relief, but still surprising. It's interesting how people can care so much about the national symbol, as if they have a direct connection to them. It's entirely sentimental, yet so interesting to see.
It's fascinating to see people love bird watching, but then again, birds do have this interesting behavior and aura about them that makes them enjoyable to observe. I enjoy watching animals myself, so I can't fault these people with their interest in the eagles. I wish however, other animals that aren't as well known perhaps, get the same appreciation, as endangered species are often hard to get a public eye on about unless they are cute or a symbol of some sort.
Another animal that I remember that had this symbolism to it was the California grizzly bear. It is extinct, but remains on the Californian flag as a forever reminder that people and their mistakes, as this species of bear was shot down and killed to extinction. It's surprising to me, but I suppose that bears can be a danger or a threat. It's still somewhat saddening to find out the species you see as a symbol everywhere to no longer exist. It's greatly depressing, to some extent.
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