Animal of the Day
Monday, June 8, 2026
Bird Least Concern
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
The golden eagle is a powerful bird of prey found across the Northern Hemisphere, named for the golden-brown feathers on its head and neck. With a wingspan of more than 2 m (7 ft), it hunts hares, marmots, and other mammals and can dive at over 240 km/h (150 mph). Revered in many cultures, golden eagles often live 20 to 30 years in the wild.
- Scientific name
- Aquila chrysaetos
- Diet
- Carnivore (hares, marmots, birds, carrion)
- Habitat
- Mountains, open hills, and tundra
- Lifespan
- 20–30 years in the wild
- Wingspan
- 1.8–2.3 m (6–7.5 ft)