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What is the National Animal of Poland?

The white-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) is the national animal of Poland. It is found in all parts of the country, but it prefers to nest in the mountainous regions of southern Poland. It can also be found in different parts of Poland, including the Tatra Mountains, where it is considered a national symbol of Poland.

 

The white-tailed eagle is a large bird that lives in Europe and Asia, but it is only found in Poland as a native species. It has been considered as a symbol of Poland since the 16th century, when it was first used on coins.

Scientific Classification

Species: H. albicilla

Order: Accipitriformes

Genus: Haliaeetus

Class: Aves

 

Physical Description

The white-tailed eagle is a large bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is a very large bird, with a wingspan of up to 2.3 m (7 ft 7 in) and a length of 60–70 cm (2 ft 0 in). The body weight of this species can range from 3.2 to 6 kg (7.1 to 13.2 lb), with an average weight of 4 kg (8.8 lb). Among standard measurements, the wing chord is 43–50 cm (17–20 in), the tail is 15–19 cm (6–7 in), and the tarsus is 8–9 cm (3 1⁄2–3 1⁄4 in).

 

White tailed Eagle Habitats

This bird's habitat includes forests and mountains, where it can be found hunting rabbits and other small mammals. They are very territorial and will defend their territory from any intruders with loud screeching noises that can be heard over long distances.

 

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Uploaded on August 15, 2022