From hatching to flight: a year in the life of mountain kings

Nature · Published 28 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Experience an intimate portrait of the Golden eagle, tracking two chicks from their first moments in the High Tatra Mountains until they take to the skies.

This documentary follows the lifecycle of large birds of prey in European forests. It captures critical milestones including the hatching of eggs, the development of a nursery, and the eventual departure of young birds from the nest.

The film provides a rare look at eagle behavior, featuring mating rituals, territorial fights between Golden and White-tailed eagles, and both tragic and humorous moments of survival in high-altitude environments.

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