Raptors
Birds of prey
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Bald eagle – the national bird of the USA
Bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) It is pictured on the obverse of the Great Seal of the United States. In the…
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Haast’s eagle – the largest eagle that existed
Haast’s eagle (Harpagornis moorei) Many centuries ago, there lived a king among present-day eagles – an extraordinary predator that, despite…
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Crowned eagle – the most powerful eagle
Crowned eagle (Stephanoaetus coronatus) Found only in Africa, in a relatively small area. A distinctive feathering and profile make the…
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Steller’s sea eagle – the heaviest eagle
Steller’s sea eagle (Heliaeetus pelagicus) A huge beak, penetrating look and enormous size – the Steller’s sea eagle is a…
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The largest and most powerful birds of prey – Top 10
The biggest and most powerful birds of prey Birds of prey are some of the most magnificent creatures in the…
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