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White tailed eagle
Haliaeetus albicilla
Weight: male 4.1 kg, female 5.5 kg
Length: 78 - 102 cm
Lifespan: 20-25 years
Diet: fish and any carrion such as deer
Distribution: Found in the highlands and lochs of Scotland, especially around Mull
You may not know:
- The white tailed eagle is the largest bird of prey in the UK, with a wingspan of 2.5m
- Breed at 5 - 6 years of age. They spend the winter taking part in courtship and nest building activity. They lay 1-2 eggs in March.