Eagles Up Close Quiz

What is the main prey of eagles?

• Fish

• Rabbits

• Snakes

• Monkeys

Answer explanation

Eagles are known for their exceptional hunting skills and their diet primarily consists of fish. They have keen eyesight and strong talons which help them to catch fish from water bodies. Therefore, the correct answer to the question 'What is the main prey of eagles?' is 'Fish'.

What are the four main groups of eagles?

• Snake eagles, booted eagles, giant forest eagles, and fish eagles

• Bald eagles, golden eagles, harpy eagles, and wedge-tailed eagles

• White-tailed eagles, martial eagles, crested eagles, and crowned eagles

• Steppe eagles, tawny eagles, imperial eagles, and spotted eagles

Answer explanation

The question asks about the four main groups of eagles. The correct answer is 'Snake eagles, booted eagles, giant forest eagles, and fish eagles'. These are the four main groups of eagles, each group having distinct characteristics and habitats. Other options mentioned different types of eagles but not the main groups.

What is the symbol of the United States of America?

• Bald eagle

• Golden eagle

• Harpy eagle

• Wedge-tailed eagle

Answer explanation

The symbol of the United States of America is the Bald Eagle. This bird was chosen due to its long life, great strength and majestic looks, and also because it was then believed to exist only on this continent. The other options, Golden Eagle, Harpy Eagle, and Wedge-tailed Eagle, are not symbols of the United States.

What makes an eagle look bald from far away?

• White feathers on its head

• Lack of feathers on its head

• Shiny bald head

• Small size of its head

Answer explanation

The eagle appears bald from a distance due to the white feathers on its head. This creates a contrast with the rest of its body, giving the illusion of baldness. The other options, such as lack of feathers, shiny bald head, or small size of its head, do not contribute to this appearance.

What is the purpose of an eagle's hollow bones?

• To make them light for easy flight

• To make them strong for hunting

• To store extra food

• To protect their eggs

Answer explanation

Eagles have hollow bones to make them light for easy flight. This lightweight structure allows them to fly more efficiently and maneuver effectively in the air, which is essential for hunting and survival. The other options, such as making them strong for hunting, storing extra food, or protecting their eggs, are not the primary purposes of an eagle's hollow bones.

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Where do eagles build their nests?

• Tall trees, high cliffs, or mountaintops

• Underground burrows

• In caves

• On the ground

Answer explanation

Eagles are known for building their nests in high places. This is because these locations provide them with a good vantage point for hunting and are safe from predators. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is that eagles build their nests in tall trees, high cliffs, or mountaintops.

What are baby eagles called?

• Eaglets

• Chicks

• Cubs

• Pups

Answer explanation

Baby eagles are called eaglets. This term specifically refers to the young of eagles, while other bird offspring may be referred to as chicks. Eaglets are the correct choice in this question, as cubs and pups are terms used for the young of mammals, not birds.