Keep these fun facts and tips handy for your next encounter with a Bird of Prey:

• Florida has the largest population of breeding bald eagles than any other southeastern state.
• Bald Eagles build the largest nest of any North American bird. One Florida nest measured 9 feet across and weighed 2 tons.
• The Bald Eagle is the only bird considered sacred by every North American Indian tribe.
• Most female birds of prey are larger and heavier than males.
• Birds of prey can see up to 8 times more clearly than the sharpest human eye.
• The smallest raptor is the ½ ounce Elf Owl.
• The largest raptor is the 30 pound, Andean Condor with an 11 ft. wingspan.

Resources for this article have been provided by Wikipedia and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.