Washington’s Eagle
Field Report
Washington’s Eagle is a cryptid described in Pacific Northwest folklore as an enormous eagle with a wingspan far exceeding any known bird. Witnesses report sightings of a majestic, silent flyer soaring above mountain ranges, evoking awe and reverence. Though likely exaggerated or misidentified large birds such as the bald or golden eagle, the legend underscores the region’s deep connection to majestic wildlife and the human penchant for mythologizing nature’s grandeur.
Classification
Type:Mythical Bird
Location:United States, Washington, Olympic Peninsula
Traits:Massive wingspan, dark plumage, powerful talons, piercing screech
Threat Assessment
Danger Level: 3.2
First Reported: 1900s
Sightings: 2
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Behavioral Patterns
It soars high above evergreen slopes, wings stretched wide in effortless glide. When rifles crack, it banks sharply and vanishes behind ridges.
Folklore & Origins
Pacific tribes considered giant birds like this as omens of clan disputes needing rituals.
Media Documentation
Covered by early American naturalists in debates over oversized eagle sightings. Pops up in modern fringe cryptid shows. Ornithologists dismiss as exaggerated records of known raptors.
Hoax Analysis
Washington’s Eagle has very limited documentation and no notable hoax claims. It is largely a cryptid based on anecdotal reports.