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Explore the wedge-tailed eagle in detail, study its behavior, prepare your shots.
Where to observe and photograph the wedge-tailed eagle in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the wedge-tailed eagle in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the wedge-tailed eagle’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Wedge-tailed eagle
Scientific name: Aquila audax
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: ACCIPITRIDAE
Group: Birds
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 50 m
Courtship display: May to June
Incubation: 42–45 jours
Hatchings: May to June
Habitat:
Savannas, open woodlands, plains and cliffs
Activity period :
Primarily active during the day, with peak activity in the morning and late afternoon.
Identification and description:
The wedge-tailed eagle is a large raptor measuring 0.9–1.3 m with dark brown plumage and long, slender wings. It inhabits savannas, open woodlands, plains and cliffs, feeding mainly on mammals, birds and reptiles. During nesting, pairs build large stick nests in trees or on cliffs.
Recommended lens:
400 mm – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Position yourself at sunrise or sunset near a high perch or at the base of a cliff to capture the eagle in flight or perched. Use a fast shutter speed to freeze wingbeats and a shallow depth of field to isolate it against the sky.
From knowledge to field practice
A species profile helps you understand an animal. In the field, the challenge is often different. Remembering your own observations.
The WildlifePhotographer app allows you to:
• record your personal observations
• note locations, dates, and behaviors
• revisit your field references over time
• build a private and long-term field logbook
The app does not provide observation locations.
It helps you organize what you actually observe, with respect for wildlife.