How big is a bald eagle?

Bald eagles are large birds, comparable to a medium-sized turkey but with a larger winspan. The typical weight of an adult is from 6 to 14 pounds, and the northern birds are usually significantly larger than the more southern birds.

The female has an average body length of 35 to 37 inches, slightly larger than the male, with a wingspan of from 79 to 90 inches.

The male bald eagle has a body length from 30 to 34 inches. Its wingspan ranges from 72 to 85 inches.