Hawks, Eagles, Kites, and Allies
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Accipitridae Low risk
The golden eagle is a bird of prey living in the Northern Hemisphere. It is the most widely distributed species of eagle. Like all eagles, it belongs to the family Accipitridae. They are one of the best-known birds of prey in the Northern Hemisphere. These birds are dark brown, with lighter golden-brown plumage on their napes. Immature eagles of this species typically have white on the tail and often have white markings on the wings. Golden eagles use their agility and speed combined with powerful feet and large, sharp talons to hunt a variety of prey, mainly hares, rabbits, and marmots and other ground squirrels.
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Family
Accipitridae
Group
Hawks, Eagles, Kites, and Allies
Conservation status
Low risk
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