British Columbia is home to a healthy population of about 20,000 of Canada’s largest birds of prey. The coastal landscapes, abundant water sources, and thriving fish populations of our province provide bald eagles with a perfect hunting ground. These magnificent raptors have a 20 to 30-year lifespan.

Females are larger, averaging 15 pounds, while the males clock in at 10. A bald eagles wingspan can reach up to eight feet. Reaching altitudes of up to 10,000 feet, they are capable of reaching diving speeds of 99 MPH and can carry a third of their body weight in their talons.