Wedge-tail Eagle

Wedge-tailed eagle (Aquila audax)

“The wedge-tailed eagle is the largest bird of prey in the continent of Australia. It is also found in southern New Guinea to the north and is distributed as far south as the state of Tasmania.” – Wikipedia

“The Wedge-tail Eagle is Australia’s largest bird of prey weighing around 3.5 kg (Adult). It has an average wingspan of 2.3 metres, and occasionally up to 2.8 metres. Females are larger than males and also weigh more than males. They have fully feathered legs, an unmistakable wedge-shaped tail and are one of the world’s largest eagles. (approximately the same size as the Bald Eagle)“

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