The Bald Eagle (Falco leucocephalus)

Johann Michael Seligmann after Mark Catesby

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a bald eagle in pursuit of fish. The image portrays a bald eagle as it swoops down towards a fish it is catching. Its wings are outstretched and powerful, with detailed illustration of the feathers. The talons are extended to grasp the fish. Above, there is a second bird sketched in flight. Below, a detailed depiction of a fish shows bright colors and scales. The text around the image is in multiple languages, including German, Latin, and French, with similar phrases in each language. This drawing showcases wildlife illustration, likely created for educational purposes.