Thank you!

The Endangered Species Act played a pivotal role in the protection and recovery of the bald eagle, which had its numbers decimated by the use of the insecticide DDT. In the 1970s, just 60 breeding pairs were found in the Chesapeake Bay. By 2016, the population had recovered to more than 2,000 breeding pairs. As home for both resident and migrating eagles, the Chesapeake Bay is an important habitat for this symbol of our nation.

Debra Brown