Aug 23, 2024, 08:26 PM IST

8 heavy birds that can fly

Mahipal Chouhan

Andean Condor – With a wingspan of up to 10 feet, this South American bird is one of the heaviest flying birds, weighing up to 33 pounds.

Great Horned Owl – This large owl can weigh between 2 to 5.5 pounds and has a wingspan of up to 5 feet.

Albatross – Known for its impressive wingspan of up to 12 feet, the albatross can weigh between 6.5 to 12 pounds.

Golden Eagle – Weighing between 6 to 15 pounds, the golden eagle has a wingspan of up to 7.5 feet.

Andean Condor: While generally not aggressive toward humans, the Andean condor's massive size and strength could potentially be dangerous if it feels threatened.

Kori Bustard – One of the heaviest flying birds, the kori bustard can weigh up to 40 pounds and has a wingspan of about 7 feet.

Secretary Bird – A unique raptor with long legs, it weighs about 4 to 6 pounds and has a wingspan of 4.5 to 6.5 feet.

Bald Eagle – The national bird of the United States, it weighs between 3 to 6.5 pounds and has a wingspan of up to 7.5 feet.

This information is not DNA's opinion but obtained from media reports