White-tailed Eagle

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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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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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