Bonelli's eagle pair hatches chicks in fire-damaged Limassol

The Cyprus Game and Fauna Service announced that a pair of Bonelli’s eagles (Aquila fasciata) has successfully hatched two chicks in the Limassol district. The eagles remained in the area following the devastating 2025 wildfires and constructed a nest in a burned pine tree. Although the species typically nests on steep cliffs elsewhere in Europe, the Game and Fauna Service noted that 70% of nests in Cyprus are found in large pine trees. This specific pair had previously favored a nearby cliff but opted for a tree nesting site this year. The Bonelli’s eagle is the only eagle species known to breed in Cyprus. Wildlife authorities are continuing to monitor the nest to ensure the survival of the offspring. The Service maintains protection programs for the habitat to support the species’ recovery in the region.