The name of the eagle in the Great Bear Eagle’s nest is finally announced.
After weeks of watching it grow, the great black eagle finally has a name.
The U.S. Postal Service will release a new bald eagle stamp later this month to honor the nation’s national bird ahead of America’s 250th anniversary.
The title of the stamp is “Bald Eagle: From Hatchling to Adult.” The stamp, designed by USPS Art Director Derry Noyes, features paintings by renowned ornithologist and illustrator David Allen Sibley. They feature images of several different animals, including a baby eagle.
“These newest stamps offer a new take on American symbols and feature realistic illustrations of birds in various stages of life,” the agency said in a news release.
The stamp will be considered a “perpetual stamp” and its value will be the same as the current price of an ounce of first-class mail.
Here’s what else you need to know about the latest shipping costs.
When will the bald eagle stamp be released?
Customers can order stamps starting May 14th.
How much does a bald eagle stamp cost?
The stamps will be issued in packs of 20 for $15.60.
Ceremony held for the first day of issuance of bald eagle stamps
According to a news release, the agency will host a first-day stamp release event in conjunction with the National Eagle Center.
The ceremony, open to the public, will be held at 11 a.m. May 14 at the National Eagle Center Building, 50 Pembroke Avenue S., Wabasha, Minnesota. If you would like to participate, we encourage you to register here.
Michelle Del Rey is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Please contact mdelrey@usatoday.com.
