Blue Springs Invites Public to Name Baby Bald Eagles

The city's live-streamed eagle nest offers an intimate look at the iconic American birds.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 1:21am

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph of a bald eagle nest in a tree, with the baby eaglets just visible through the blurred foliage. The image is bathed in warm, golden light, creating a dreamlike, intimate atmosphere that conceptually represents the public's connection to the growth of this iconic American species.The public's chance to name these baby bald eagles offers a unique connection to the conservation efforts that have allowed this iconic American bird to thrive once again.Blue Springs Today

The city of Blue Springs, Missouri is allowing the public to vote on names for two recently hatched baby bald eagle chicks. The city has set up an online poll where residents can choose from options like "Honor and Valor", "Chief and Royal", and "Sky and Sapphire". Voting is open through April 10, and the eaglets have gained attention thanks to a livestream that provides a close-up view of the eagle family.

Why it matters

Bald eagles were once an endangered species, but have made a strong comeback in recent decades. The opportunity for the public to name these eaglets allows the community to feel connected to the conservation efforts and the growth of this iconic American bird. The livestream also provides a unique chance for people, especially children, to observe the natural behaviors of bald eagles up close.

The details

The two eaglets were born to parents named Freedom and Liberty, and have been thriving in recent weeks according to the city of Blue Springs. The city has set up an online poll where residents can vote for their preferred pair of names for the chicks, with options including "Honor and Valor", "Chief and Royal", "Scout and Ranger", "Sky and Sapphire", and "Opalite and Onyx". Voting is open through midnight on Friday, April 10.

  • The eaglets hatched just days ago.
  • Voting on the names is open through April 10.

The players

Freedom and Liberty

The parents of the two baby bald eagle chicks.

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What they’re saying

“It's a bird's eye view of the most famous symbol in America - a family of bald eagles raising the next generation and inspiring youth at the same time.”

— Brian Johnson, KMBC9 Reporter

“Historically, bald eagles were an endangered species. They've made a comeback and are now a species of conservation concern. When seeing a bald eagle in the wild used to be a rare occurrence, we're now seeing a lot of them all over the state.”

— Unidentified, Staff, Atlas Bluff National Wildlife Refuge

What’s next

The city will announce the winning names for the baby bald eagles after the voting period closes on April 10.

The takeaway

The public naming of these baby bald eagles highlights the community's connection to the conservation efforts that have allowed this iconic American bird to thrive once again. The livestream provides a rare opportunity for people to observe the natural behaviors of bald eagles up close, inspiring the next generation to appreciate and protect these majestic creatures.