New Mexico wildlife
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Golden Eagles soar over mesas and hunt jackrabbits and prairie dogs.
See the Golden Eagle up close
Best months
Dec · Jan · Feb
Early morning or late afternoon provide best soaring conditions; check eBird for recent reports.
Where to look
Cibola National ForestEl Malpais National Monument
Conservation status
Resident in New Mexico, more common in winter in open high desert
Good to know
What do Golden Eagles eat in New Mexico?
They primarily hunt rabbits, ground squirrels, and other small mammals in the high desert.
Are Golden Eagles common in New Mexico?
They are year-round residents but more visible in winter when they gather in open areas.
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