Reaching speeds of 120 km/h, the Bald Eagle is one of the fastest carnivore birds. Found in forests, lakes, coasts habitats across North America, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Bald Eagle | Carnivore Birds Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 4.5 kg | 2.3 kg | ↑ 96% |
| Height | 86 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 120 km/h | 33.5 km/h | ↑ 258% |
| Avg Speed | 120 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Bald Eagle inhabits forests, lakes, coasts habitats. It can be found in North America.
Typical coloring: Brown, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Bald Eagle is a solitary species belonging to the Accipitridae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Bald Eagle is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 13 carnivore birds, the Bald Eagle’s weight of 3–6 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 2.3 kg.
Weight rank: #37 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Bald Eagle weigh?
A Bald Eagle typically weighs 3–6 kg, which is well above average compared to the median of 2.3 kg among carnivore birds.
What is the conservation status of the Bald Eagle?
The Bald Eagle is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Bald Eagle live?
The Bald Eagle is found in North America, in forests, lakes, coasts habitats.
How does the Bald Eagle reproduce?
The Bald Eagle has a gestation period of 34–36 days and typically produces 1-3 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026