Haliaeetus pelagicus
The Steller's Sea Eagle is one of the largest eagles in the world. Its distinctive dark brown body sharply contrasts with white shoulders, tail, and thighs. The eagle's massive yellow beak is a standout feature, complemented by powerful yellow talons. The nostrils are also large and prominent.
Juveniles have a darker overall plumage, with mottled white on the wings and tail. Adults develop their full white markings by about five years of age, with no significant plumage differences between males and females. However, females are much larger.
Length
85cm to 105cm
Wingspan
195cm to 250cm
Weight
4.9kg to 9kg
Males and females have similar plumage
Primary Colour
Brown White
Secondary Colour
Black
Beak Colour
Yellow
Leg Colour
Yellow
Woodland
Garden
Wetland
Coastal
Urban
Farmland
Grassland
Desert
Tundra
Rainforest
Mountain
Savanna
Steller's Sea-eagles inhabit coastal areas, large rivers, and lakes in northeastern Asia, primarily in Russia's Far East, including Kamchatka and the Sea of Okhotsk coast. Their range extends to northern Japan, particularly Hokkaido, during winter months.
Some individuals may wander to Korea, northeastern China, and even Alaska, though such occurrences are rare. They prefer areas with abundant fish populations and suitable nesting trees near water bodies.
Sea level to 100 meters
Subarctic, Temperate
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