Golden Eagle Eaglet
Aquila chrysaetos (eaglet)
A downy nestling raised on cliff ledges, tall trees, or remote crags within open country and mountain habitats. It depends on adults for torn pieces of hare, ground squirrel, marmot, and other prey brought back to the nest. At this stage it mostly crouches, begs, pecks, and grips with growing talons rather than flying. A notable feature is its rapid growth, with strong feet developing well before confident flight.
- Type
- Fang
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- Golden Eagle Eaglet
- Golden Eagle Fledgling
- Golden Eagle