Eagle (White-tailed)
Our largest bird of prey, the White-tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) is sometimes known as the 'Sea Eagle', and preys on fish, mammals and small birds. It was persecuted to extinction in the UK, but reintroduced in the 1970s. Today, around 150 pairs now nest in the UK, mainly in Scotland. This year (2026) there are 23 nesting pairs on the Isle of Mull. (including the ones pictured). The oldest male on Mull is now 34!)
