Brownsville, Texas — A massive eagle with a wingspan of nearly 10 feet was recently captured near the U.S.-Mexico border, stunning local residents and scientists. First spotted by hikers, the bird’s extraordinary size prompted a swift response from wildlife experts, who safely relocated it to a conservation center in Brownsville.
Researchers are now studying the eagle to determine if it’s a new subspecies or a rare giant specimen of a known breed like the bald or golden eagle. The discovery has reignited scientific interest in the region’s biodiversity and raised the possibility of undiscovered wildlife along the borderlands.
The bald eagle, often mischaracterized for its thieving behavior, remains a powerful symbol of America and a species known for resilience, intelligence—and now, possibly record-breaking size.
