Andaman Serpent-Eagle
NameAndaman Serpent-Eagle
Common NameAndaman Serpent-Eagle
Scientific NameSpilornis minimus
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)95
Length (cm)44
Weight (g)500
Plumage DetailsOverall dark brown plumage, with white spots prominently visible on the underparts and flight feathers. The head features a dark, somewhat shaggy crest. The cere and feet are bright yellow, contrasting with the dark plumage, and the eyes are a striking yellow.
Vocalization / CallKnown for its distinctive, high-pitched, often repeated calls, which can be described as a 'klee-klee-klee' or 'whi-whee' sound, typically loud and far-carrying.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Andaman Islands, an archipelago in the Bay of Bengal, India.
Identifying Featuresdark brown plumage with white spots, prominent dark crest, bright yellow eyes, yellow cere and feet, specialized for hunting snakes
Description
The Andaman Serpent-Eagle is a medium-sized, dark raptor endemic to the Andaman Islands. It is characterized by its dark brown plumage, distinctive crest, and bright yellow eyes, often seen perched in forested areas.
