Canada saved the bald eagle from near extinction in the US – does the White House know?

The White House posted a photo of bald eagle attacking a Canada goose to send a message – but it was Canada that played a critical role in the recovery of the bird in the US In late August, the White House posted a real photograph on social media of a bald eagle standing atop the limp neck of a Canada goose. The raptor presses the goose’s face into the grey winter slush. With its stark white head and brilliant yellow talons, the eagle looks victorious and defiant. Continue reading...

Leyland Cecco in Toronto · Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 6:00 AM
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Canada saved the bald eagle from near extinction in the US – does the White House know?

The White House posted a photo of bald eagle attacking a Canada goose to send a message – but it was Canada that played a critical role in the recovery of the bird in the US

In late August, the White House posted a real photograph on social media of a bald eagle standing atop the limp neck of a Canada goose.

The raptor presses the goose’s face into the grey winter slush. With its stark white head and brilliant yellow talons, the eagle looks victorious and defiant.

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