We all know what an eagle is but did you know the are also found in the UK and Ireland? Here are some facts on our native bird of prey,the golden eagle.
About the eagle: Soaring over the open moorland and mountains of Scotland is where this eagle is mostly found. It scours the ground below for rabbits,hares,grouse and ptarmigans. If you a rabbit in Scotland you'd be lucky if an eagle didn't you! Small birds have no chance against them,they can fly but eagles fly faster!
Nests and where there found: Their nests are called eyries,they can be found on cliffs,or in trees and over the years they can become remarkable structures. Some measuring up to 3 metres across and 4 metres deep.
Golden eagle facts:
Golden eagle's have such large eyes that they can see a rabbit 2km away!
Their wingspan mesures an incredible 2.3 metres.
They are no golden eagles in Wales.
