White-tailed Eagle

Haliaeetus albicilla

🦅 Discover the White-tailed Eagle

The white-tailed eagle is an impressive bird of prey found in lakes, rivers, marshes, and coastal areas. Its large wings make it a master of soaring.

🔎 At a glance

• Habitat: lakes, rivers, marshes, and coastal areas
• Diet: mainly fish and waterfowl, supplemented by carrion
• Activity: diurnal
• Characteristic: very large wingspan

🌊 Where does it live?

White-tailed eagles require large, watery areas with sufficient food and quiet breeding grounds.

🐾 How it lives

From high vantage points, the white-tailed eagle scans the water. With powerful wings, it can cover great distances in search of food.

✨ Special about this animal

Adult birds have a striking white tail and a powerful yellow beak.

💡 Did you know?

• The white-tailed eagle is one of Europe's largest birds of prey.
• Young birds initially have darker plumage.
• The species has made a strong comeback in the Netherlands.

🌿 Threats & protection

Disturbance and loss of suitable habitats remain points of concern. Large, quiet natural areas are important for breeding birds.

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