There are two adult eagles in a breeding pair, and their roles in raising the young are generally considered equal. Both the male and female eagles take turns incubating the eggs and providing food for their young. They also work together to defend their nest, territories, and offspring from potential predators or threats. Once the chicks have hatched, both parents continue to care for the young, feeding them, keeping them warm, and teaching them important survival skills until they are ready to leave the nest.