Most eagles weigh as much as 20 pounds. The head of an eagle is covered with feathers. An eagle has large eyes that are located on the sides of its head. However, it can see straight ahead. Most birds have keen eyesight but eagles and hawks are said to have the keenest of all.
Eagles can sight their prey while soaring high in the air.
Eagles have strong legs and feet. Most eagles have scaly, bright yellow skin on their feet. Eagles seize and kill prey with long curved talons. The legs of golden eagles and other species are covered with feathers. The lower part of a bald eagles legs are bare.