imperial eagle
Large Eurasian raptor
Imperial eagle refers to two large eagle species native to Europe and Asia.
The eastern imperial eagle ranges from southeastern Europe through Central Asia, while the Spanish imperial eagle is confined to the Iberian Peninsula.
Both are powerful raptors with dark plumage and pale markings on the shoulders, historically associated with empires and heraldry: The imperial eagle was a symbol of Roman legions.
- spread wingsExtend limbs for flight
- wingLimb enabling flight
- AquilaLatin for bird of prey
- raptorHunting bird with talons
- national emblemOfficial symbol of a country
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