Which eagle appears on the coat of arms of Poland?

A white eagle appears on the coat of arms of Poland.

Poland’s national coat of arms shows a stylized white eagle with a golden beak and talons, wearing a golden crown, on a red shield. The emblem is a heraldic symbol rather than a precise portrait of one identifiable living eagle species. Its origins are traditionally linked to the Piast dynasty and the early history of Poland.

The crowned white eagle became a durable symbol of Polish statehood and identity. Its design has changed over time, especially during periods when Poland was divided or governed by different political systems. The present emblem is defined by Polish law.

The bird is often called the White Eagle, but that name should not be treated as a zoological identification. Poland’s emblem does not specifically depict the white-tailed eagle or any other single species. This distinction separates heraldic eagles from national birds that refer directly to a biological species.