Eagle, Eagle

Even the smallest eagles, like the Booted Eagle (which is comparable in size to a Common Buzzard or Red-tailed Hawk), have relatively longer and more evenly broad wings, and more direct, faster flight. Most eagles are larger than any other raptors apart from the vultures. The species called eagle can range in size from the South Nicobar Serpent-eagle, at 500 grams (1.1 pounds) and 40 cm (16 in), to the 6.7-kg Steller's Sea-Eagle and the 100-cm (39 in) Philippine Eagle.

The Latin aquila may derive from the word aquilus , meaning dark-colored, swarthy, or blackish,as a description of the eagle's plumage; or from Aquilo , the Latin version of Greek Boreas , or north wind.

Eagle feathers are often used in various ceremonies and are used to honor noteworthy achievements and qualities such as exceptional leadership and bravery.

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