Eagle – King of the Skies

The eagle is a majestic bird of prey, famous for its incredible eyesight, powerful wings, and dominance of the skies. Seen globally as a symbol of power and liberty, eagles thrive in diverse habitats like mountains, coastlines, forests, and open plains.

Scientific Information

* Scientific Name:Aquila (covers many common species)

*Family: Accipitridae

*Order: Accipitriformes

*Class: Aves (Birds)

*Life span: 20 to 30 years in their natural habitat

*Wingspan: Can stretch an impressive 1.8 to 2.4 meters, depending on the type of eagle

*Type: Raptor (Bird of Prey)

Eagles possess vision that is among the sharpest in the animal kingdom, enabling them to detect a small animal moving far below them.

Habits & Behavior

*   Eagles are diurnal, meaning they hunt and are active during daylight hours.

*   They are solitary and protective of their territory, often living alone or with a lifelong mate.

*   They construct enormous nests, known as eyries, high up on cliff faces or in the tops of tall trees.

*   As apex predators, they are expert hunters, using astonishing speed and strong, gripping talons to seize their prey.

*   Most eagle species form monogamous pairs, staying with the same partner for many years, often for life.

Diet

Eagles are carnivorous hunters. Their diet primarily includes:

*   Fish

*   Small mammals (like rabbits or squirrels)

*   Other birds

*   Reptiles (such as snakes)

Fun Facts About Eagles

*   An eagle’s eyesight is up to five times sharper than a human’s.

*   Certain species are capable of soaring at extremely high elevations.

*   When hunting, eagles can perform a rapid dive, reaching speeds exceeding 150 kilometers per hour.

*   Their large nests are used repeatedly, growing larger each year; some can eventually weigh as much as a car.

*   Eagles inhabit every continent on Earth, with the sole exception of Antarctica.