Pheasantry Wiesbaden
Steppe eagle (Aquila nipalensis)
The steppe eagle impresses with its wingspan and majestic flight. At the pheasantry, you can experience this fascinating bird of prey up close and learn more about this highly endangered species. At the pheasantry, our steppe eagle lives with the lesser spotted eagle.
The steppe eagle is an impressive bird of prey that is at home in the open landscapes of Eastern Europe and Asia. With a wingspan of up to two meters, it glides majestically through the air. Its diet consists mainly of small mammals, carrion and occasionally birds. Due to habitat loss and hunting, the species is endangered in many regions. You can observe this fascinating eagle at close range in the pheasantry.