How much does an eagle eat in a year?
Another great question from Ferrisburgh! To answer this one, we have to look at how much energy (food) an eagle requires on a daily or weekly basis, and then we extrapolate for an entire year. Some factors affect the raw amount of food an eagle may require: some foods are of higher “energy” value than others; what activity the eagle is involved with (flying, perching, egg-laying, etc.); and time of year – eagles may require more food at certain times of the year, such as in winter when they are losing more energy. And, of course, the size (weight) of the eagle plays a role; smaller males will not need as much food as a larger female. Also, smaller eagles, like those from Florida versus their much larger northern cousins, will require less food due to their lower body weight. As with all creatures, finding enough food (energy) is the key to survival. It has been reported that eagles energy needs range from about 450 – 550 calories per day (about 15-25 percent of what humans require per
