IUCN: Lease concern

Found in the Northern Hemisphere

Most widely distributed species of eagle

Most common official national animal in the world - emblem of Albania, Germany, Austria, Mexico, and Kazakhstan

Build large nests in cliffs and other high places

May return for several breeding years

Eats primarily small mammals and birds, although it is capable of killing large prey.

Uses talons for hunting and killing prey, beak is just for eating

Protected by law

Wingspan more than 6 feet

Slightly smaller than the bald eagle