The article discusses the surprising need for beak trimming in bald eagles, which have sharp, hooked beaks designed for tearing prey. The bald eagle, a prominent bird of prey and the national symbol of the United States, typically inhabits areas near open water. With wingspans of up to 2.5 meters, they are top predators, hunting fish, birds, and small mammals. Their population drastically declined in the last century, with only 417 pairs remaining in 1963. However, due to dedicated conservation efforts, bald eagles have rebounded and are no longer listed as endangered.