Eagle can be considered a flying beast. These birds of prey can be found throughout Eurasia and Africa and are found remotely in other parts of the world. They fly very high and have excellent vision. This bird is carnivorous and is capable of preying on small mammals. Lets us learn some fun facts about eagles.

Some Interesting Facts about Eagles

There are about 60 different types of eagles in this world.

They are very strong birds. They can carry loads up to 6.5 kg.

The beak of the eagle is made up of keratin. It keeps growing thorough out their life.

It is believed in many countries that the eagle brings good luck. So the national flag of many countries contains an eagle.

They have very good eyesight. It is 8 times stronger than an average human.

Eagles do not eat whatever they get. They generally eat fish, reptiles, and selected amphibians.

The female eagle generally lays 1 to 3 eggs each spring. About 35 days is the incubation period of a female eagle.

When bald eagles lose features they lose from both sides to maintain the balance.

An eagle can turn their head up to 210 degrees.

The crowned eagle can live up to 14 years whereas the bald eagle can live up to 20 years.