What does federal law say about bald eagles?

• A. Bald eagles protected under federal law
• B. Bald eagles may be hunted with license
• C. Bald eagles are allowed to be kept as pets
• D. Bald eagles can be harmed if they threaten humans

Answer: (A)

Bald eagles are protected under federal law, which means harming, hunting, or disturbing them is illegal without special authorization. This protection comes from the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act and related laws, and it covers taking, injuring, possessing, or nest destruction, as well as the sale or trade of eagles and their eggs. Because of this, the correct statement is that bald eagles are protected under federal law. The other ideas imply that hunting, keeping as pets, or harming them could be allowed with licenses or in certain situations, but federal law does not permit these general actions; any handling or disturbance would require specific, rare permits and oversight. When paddling near eagles, observe from a distance and avoid nests or roosting sites to respect their protection.