These birds tower over the rest.
1. Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus)
Standing at up to 4 feet (1.22 meters) tall, the Andean condor tops the list of the tallest flying birds. Its impressive height and broad wings make it a formidable presence in the skies.
2. Steller’s Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus pelagicus)
Another towering giant, the Steller’s sea eagle stands around 3 feet (0.9 meters) to 3 feet, 4 inches (1 meter) tall. Its enormous size and bright yellow beak make it one of the most visually striking raptors.
3. Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi)
At about 3 feet (0.9 meters) tall, the Philippine eagle is one of the tallest eagle species in the world.
4. Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos)
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One of the most widely distributed raptors, the golden eagle ranges between 2.3 and 2.76 feet (0.7 to 0.8 meters) tall. This powerful hunter has keen eyesight and can spot prey from great distances.
5. Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)
At just about 2.5 feet (0.8 meters) tall, the bald eagle may not be the largest, but it’s certainly one of the most famous. It uses its sharp talons and powerful beak to capture fish, making it an efficient apex predator.
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