In the past weeks birdwatchers have noted White-tailed Eagles in the areas of Drenthe and Groningen in the Netherlands. The sightings have mostly occurred by bodies of water. Natuurmonumenten hopes that the recent sightings mean more breeding pairs can be found in Holland this season.
The White-tailed Eagle is the largest bird of prey in North Europe. The wingspan ranges from 230 to 265 centimeters. They typically live close to water and may cover distances of 30 to 40 kilometers per day in search of food. Above open water they hunt for food which includes fish, geese and ducks.
There is a good chance to see a White-tailed Eagle from the bird hide in the Frisian Veen, accessible from the Natuurmonumenten property Vennebroek on Hoofdweg in Paterswolde.
Source: ZEEARENDEN ONTDEKKEN DRENTS-GRONINGSE NATUURGEBIEDEN
