The term for a baby eagle is an eaglet. An eaglet is the young offspring of an adult eagle, typically hatched from an egg after a gestation period of about 35 days. Once born, eaglets are dependent on their parents for food and protection during their initial weeks. They undergo significant growth and development, learning essential survival skills, including hunting techniques and flight. Eaglets usually fledge, or leave the nest, at around 10 to 12 weeks old, depending on the species. The nurturing process involves both parents working together to ensure their young are well-fed and safe until they become independent.