White-tailed Eagle
White-tailed Eagle
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17 hours ago
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The White-tailed Eagle is the largest eagle in Europe, an immense and powerful raptor known for its colossal wingspan. It is strongly associated with coastal areas, large lakes, and major river systems.
Where to spot
Coastal areas, large lakes, rivers, and estuaries with old-growth forests for nesting across northern Eurasia, including Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, and Russia.
How to spot
Look for its sheer size, broad rectangular wings, short wedge-shaped white tail (in adults), and large, powerful yellow bill. They often soar effortlessly or sit prominently on perches near water.
When to spot
Year-round in resident populations. Best observed during the breeding season (spring/summer) around nesting sites, or during winter when congregating at food sources like open water.
Where to spot
Coastal areas, large lakes, rivers, and estuaries with old-growth forests for nesting across northern Eurasia, including Scandinavia, Eastern Europe, and Russia.
How to spot
Look for its sheer size, broad rectangular wings, short wedge-shaped white tail (in adults), and large, powerful yellow bill. They often soar effortlessly or sit prominently on perches near water.
When to spot
Year-round in resident populations. Best observed during the breeding season (spring/summer) around nesting sites, or during winter when congregating at food sources like open water.
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Steve Herring
Sometimes called 'flying barn doors' due to their massive size and broad wings in flight, White-tailed Eagles are also known for kleptoparasitism, often stealing prey from other birds.
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Spotted
- Recently spotted
- 5993 (Seen in the last 3 months)
- Last spotted
- 17 hours ago
Monthly observations
45 observations
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jenny van Dorland
4 months ago
White-tailed Eagle
Lelystad, Flevoland
+55
Er zitten er 4 voor de hut de grauwe gans!
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