Photo by ROGER DOUCET
An adult Golden Eagle overlooking the Kootenai River east of Bonners Ferry. The adult’s brown to dark brown plumage appears about age four. In size, golden eagles are similar to bald eagles.
February 14, 2019
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February 14, 2019 midnight
The majestic golden eagle visits North Idaho
This is one of the largest birds of prey in Idaho and the national bird of Mexico. These birds are dark brown, with lighter golden-brown plumage on their heads and necks. They are extremely swift, and can dive upon their quarry at speeds of more than 150 miles per hour.