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Wedge-tailed Eagle (Aquila audax) |
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The Wedge-tailed Eagle is a beautiful Australian eagle, and is also one of the largest eagles in the World. They are large creatures weighing an average of 4 kgs, with an average wing span of 2.5 metres. They are a dark brown/black feathered bird, however the young eagles are a lighter brown colour. |
They feed on animals such as rabbits, with their immensely sharp vision, they can easily spot a rabbit from high in the air. They get into a dive and fly extremely fast at their prey, on most occasions killing it instantly. They also feed on dead animals, such as roadkill. The Wedge-tailed eagle nest can be up to 3 metres deep and 2 metres wide. They like to build a nest in the most elevated position that is available in there territory. These animals breed throughout April until September, the females lay 2 or 3 eggs, but usually only one of the eagles survive. Amazing Animal Fact: The Wedge-tailed Eagle is Australia's largest bird of prey. Did you know? The Wedge-tailed Eagle is the fauna emblem of Australia's Northern Territory.
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