Condor vs. Eagle — What's the Difference?

Known for their impressive wingspan and ability to soar without flapping.

Widespread distribution, adapting to various habitats.

Feeds primarily on dead animals, playing a crucial role in the ecosystem.

Emblematic in many cultures, symbolizing freedom and strength.

Endangered species with focused conservation efforts.

Conservation efforts have led to the recovery of certain species.

Symbol of power and renewal in South American indigenous cultures.

A powerful bird of prey with a strong beak and talons, known for agility.

A type of large vulture with a wingspan of up to 10 feet, known for soaring.

Predatory diet, showcasing their role as apex predators.

Condor is the common name for two species of New World vultures, each in a monotypic genus. The name derives from the Quechua kuntur.

Eagle is the common name for many large birds of prey of the family Accipitridae. Eagles belong to several groups of genera, some of which are closely related.

A very large New World vulture with a bare head and mainly black plumage, living in mountainous country and spending much time soaring on massive outstretched wings.

Any of various large diurnal birds of prey of the family Accipitridae, including members of the genera Aquila and Haliaeetus, characterized by broad wings, a hooked bill, keen vision, and soaring flight.

Either of two New World vultures, Vultur gryphus of the Andes or Gymnogyps californianus, a nearly extinct vulture of the mountains of California, having a bare head and neck and dull black plumage containing variable amounts of white. With a wingspan of about 3 meters (10 feet), they are among the largest birds in the world.

A representation of an eagle used as an emblem or insignia.

A gold coin of some South American countries bearing the figure of one of these vultures.

A gold coin formerly used in the United States, stamped with an eagle on the reverse side and having a face value of ten dollars.

Either of two New World vultures, Vultur gryphus of the Andes or Gymnogyps californianus, a nearly extinct vulture of the mountains of California.

(Sports) A golf score of two strokes under par on a hole.

A gold coin of some South American countries bearing the figure of one of these vultures.

To shoot (a hole in golf) in two strokes under par.

An Argentinian short range ballistic missile.

To score an eagle in golf.

(golf) The completion of a hole four strokes under par (a quadruple birdie, triple eagle, or double albatross).

Any of several large carnivorous and carrion-eating birds in the family Accipitridae, having a powerful hooked bill and keen vision.

(finance) A combination of four options of the same type at four strike prices, giving limited profit and limited risk.

A gold coin with a face value of ten dollars, formerly used in the United States.

A very large bird of the Vulture family (Sarcorhamphus gryphus), found in the most elevated parts of the Andes.

A 13th-century coin minted in Europe and circulated in England as a debased sterling silver penny, outlawed under Edward I of England.

The California vulture (Gymnogyps californianus), also called California condor.

(golf) A score of two under par for a hole.

A gold coin of Chile, bearing the figure of a condor, and equal to twenty pesos. It contains 10.98356 grams of gold, and is equivalent to about $7.29. Called also colon.

(golf) To score an eagle.

A gold coin of Colombia equivalent to about $9.65. It is no longer coined.

Any large, rapacious bird of the Falcon family, esp. of the genera Aquila and Haliæetus. The eagle is remarkable for strength, size, graceful figure, keenness of vision, and extraordinary flight. The most noted species are the golden eagle (Aquila chrysaëtus); the imperial eagle of Europe (Aquila mogilnik or Aquila imperialis); the American bald eagle (Haliæetus leucocephalus); the European sea eagle (Haliæetus albicilla); and the great harpy eagle (Thrasaetus harpyia). The figure of the eagle, as the king of birds, is commonly used as an heraldic emblem, and also for standards and emblematic devices. See Bald eagle, Harpy, and Golden eagle.

Largest flying birds in the western hemisphere

A gold coin of the United States, of the value of ten dollars.

A northern constellation, containing Altair, a star of the first magnitude. See Aquila.

The figure of an eagle borne as an emblem on the standard of the ancient Romans, or so used upon the seal or standard of any people.

Any of various large keen-sighted diurnal birds of prey noted for their broad wings and strong soaring flight

(golf) a score of two strokes under par on a hole

A former gold coin in the United States worth 10 dollars

An emblem representing power;

Shoot in two strokes under par

The main difference lies in their feeding habits: condors are scavengers, while eagles are powerful predators.

A condor has a larger wingspan, with the Andean condor's reaching up to 10 feet.

Condors are found in specific regions of South America (Andean condor) and North America (California condor), often in mountainous or open terrain.

Yes, particularly the California condor, which has been the focus of extensive conservation efforts.

Their predatory nature, majestic flight, and significant presence in folklore and national symbols contribute to their power symbolism.

Condors are primarily scavengers and do not typically hunt live prey, relying instead on carrion for food.

Conservation efforts, such as banning harmful pesticides and protecting habitats, have helped some eagle populations to rebound, notably the Bald Eagle.

As scavengers, condors play a critical role in the ecosystem by consuming dead animals, thus helping to prevent the spread of disease.

Eagles have sharp talons, keen eyesight, and powerful wings, enabling them to hunt efficiently.

Condors are revered in South American indigenous cultures for their symbolic meanings associated with power, freedom, and renewal.