when do eaglets leave the nest

Eaglets typically leave the nest (fledge) between 9 to 14 weeks after hatching. The exact timing varies depending on factors such as geographic location, food availability, and the sex of the eaglet. For example, in California, eaglets leave the nest around 12 weeks, while in Florida, it can be about 11 weeks, and in Maine, about 11 to 13 weeks. Males often fledge earlier than females. The fledging process usually starts when the eaglets' wing and tail feathers are mostly developed, enabling them to make their first flights, which typically occur around 9 or 10 weeks of age. After leaving the nest, eaglets often stay close to the nest or nearby trees for several weeks, relying on their parents for food and learning to fly and hunt before eventually becoming independent. They typically remain in the nest vicinity for 1 to 2 months after fledging before dispersing to find their own territory.