War Eagle

War Eagle, Aquila bella is a species of eagle found only in Devonshire. It is the national bird of Devonshire and is found on the coat of arms as well.

Other names
Glennshire Eagle, Devonshire Eagle

Description
The War Eagle is a huge and very rare raptor. According to legend, "it only appears when there is war"; however, this is just a myth. The possible reason it only appears to feed on the mortally wounded and dead bodies. It is the only species of eagle with a 15 foot wingspan, other than the Haast's Eagle.

Similar species
This is species should not be difficult to identify, as it is the largest bird of prey in Devonshire.

Behaviour
Not much is known about the War Eagle. Rare, only encountered by those brave enough to scale the Glennshire Mountains. Probably soars on updrafts with its giant wings and may have trouble landing, like the Wandering Albatross.

Diet
Unknown, known to feed on dead bodies.

Distribution/habitat
It is only found on the tallest mountains include Glennshire Mountain. It is rarely seen by humans. Vagrants have appeared in Shire, soaring on updrafts.

Based on...
It is based on a stylised eagle on the German coat of arms. It is based on the Golden Eagle and Bald Eagle. Its crest is based on a Long-crested Eagle's.