The Golden Eagle: Fierce Competitors
In The Golden Eagle: Fierce Competitors, narrator Sir David Attenborough examines winter in the Alps where food is scarce and competition fierce. Watch as a golden eagle spots a dead fox but must fight off several crows who also want to eat it. Eventually, the golden eagle is chased off by another golden eagle. This video is excerpted from BBC’s Planet Earth II, a breathtaking documentary series that highlights the natural wonders of our planet.
Lesson Express
Q: When does the golden eagle hunt for food in the winter?
A: The golden eagle needs to spend every hour of the daylight scanning the mountains for food.
Q: How is the golden eagle adapted to life in the Alps?
A: Its huge wingspan allows it to fly long distances effortlessly. Its extraordinary eyes allow it to spot food from far away. Its beak and claws allow it to tear meat and fight off rivals.
Q: What kind of competition does the golden eagle face in securing food?
A: The eagle must compete against other scavengers like crows as well as other eagles.