For many nations, the eagle is a bird that has become a symbol of nobility and courage. And in natural conditions, he is one of the most dangerous representatives of birds. Nothing poses a threat to the mighty feathered, except for man.
The wingspan of eagle wings can reach 2.4 meters, and the speed of soaring in the air ranges from 190 to 240 km / h. Where do these amazing and brave birds live? Their main range is North America, Eurasia and Africa.
Eagles in Europe
Where do the eagles of Europe live and are they safe as a species? Unfortunately, not only in Europe, but also on the entire planet, there are very few of these noble birds. On the European territory, a careful record of the number of their individuals has long been kept. Here, pairs of eagles can be counted almost on the fingers.
In Scandinavia, the number of pairs is only about a hundred. On the mountain peaks of the Alps, researchers observe the last 150 pairs of eagles. And even less is their number in Germany. Only seven eagle pairs live in Bavaria. In Ireland and Scotland, such an enumeration is not carried out by ornithologists. However, most likely, he could not give more comforting results.
Eagle in Russia
Proud bird, which is one of the symbols of the Russian Federation, now, unfortunately, is on the verge of extinction. Where the eagles live in Russia directly depends on the type of bird. So, golden eagles are common almost everywhere. This is one of the largest predators. Golden Eagles lead a sedentary lifestyle, and for them there are practically no external threats.
There are also eagles, which differ from the rest of the family in lifestyle and appearance. If eagles tend to settle in mountainous and desert territories, as well as in forests, then eagles - this is the species that prefers the shores of water bodies. After all, they feed on fish, as well as various animals that live near water. In Russia there are three types of named birds. This is a white-tailed eagle, long-tailed eagle, as well as the Kamchatka, or Steller's sea eagle.
Common in domestic nature and serpent eagles. They really hunt snakes and feed on them. Their paws are protected by a thick stratum corneum, and if a reptile wants to bite an eagle, then it will be left without teeth. Where do the serpent eagles live? In Russia, they live in the southern territories of Siberia, the Caucasus and Central Asia. In other countries, they are common in Africa and South Asia, and one of the species lives on European territory.
Grave Eagles, or Royal Eagles
The rarest and fewest species of eagles is the so-called burial ground. It lives in the forest-steppe. The Germans call this species the royal eagle. In size, it is smaller than a golden eagle. Where do burial eagles live? Their range is steppes and forest-steppes. This includes the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, Crimea, the Caucasus, Central and Western Asia, as well as the southern territories of Siberia.
The steppe eagle is now considered the most vulnerable type of eagle. In recent years, the number of its individuals has seriously decreased. In Russian nature, eagles are also common - small and large species. They live in the forest zone.
The range of the steppe eagle
The steppe eagle is even smaller in size. This is a bird of prey, which belongs to the hawk family. Its number is now very small. Where does the steppe eagle live? In the northern territories of its habitat, this bird prefers a settled way of life, and in the southern territories it is prone to migration.
The nesting area of ββthe steppe eagle is Siberia, Front and Central Asia right up to China itself. Steppe eagle nests can also be found in India. Also in its habitat includes southern, central and northwestern territory of Africa. Steppe eagles make their nests both on the ground, and on rocks or low bushes. Their nests are often on trees or on electric poles.
What types are endangered?
The most endangered species are those that are migratory. The settled place where the eagle lives, in itself protects it from many threats. The same species that periodically migrate are prone to hazards such as poaching and death on power lines. The risk group includes the steppe eagle, burial ground and spotted eagles.
Man and bird
Eagles have always been the subject of admiration of different peoples - both Russians, Americans and Europeans. And the Indian peoples sang the power of these birds, associating the mighty eagle with the sun. In particular, people have always admired their eyesight. And for good reason - because the eagle eye simultaneously covers an area of ββup to 11.5 km. This predator can notice a hare from a height of up to 3 km.
The peoples of India believed that the eagle is a mythical creature that can cause lightning with its beak and thunder with wings. But no one thought that it requires protection. Now this bird is listed in the Red Book. And nowadays every schoolchild should know where the eagle lives.
The surrounding world (Grade 3) - an item included in the compulsory program. This is a discipline that will allow children to learn more about birds requiring protection, and to understand how fragile the balance created by nature is.