Gurney's Eagle
NameGurney's Eagle
Common NameGurney's Eagle
Scientific NameAquila gurneyi
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)170
Length (cm)80
Weight (g)3750
Plumage DetailsAdults are uniformly dark brown to blackish-brown, with slightly paler underwing coverts. Juveniles are generally paler, often reddish-brown, with streaking on the underparts and a whitish tail with a dark terminal band.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched whistles or yelps, often given while in flight.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeEndemic to New Guinea and the Moluccas archipelago in eastern Indonesia, including islands such as Halmahera, Seram, and Buru.
Identifying FeaturesLarge size and dark brown plumage, Broad wings held in a slight dihedral during soaring, Relatively long, square-tipped tail, Powerful build typical of Aquila eagles, Geographic range in New Guinea and Moluccas
Description
The Gurney's Eagle is a large, powerful raptor with a dark brown plumage, often seen soaring high above its tropical forest habitat. It possesses broad wings and a relatively long, square-tipped tail, characteristic of the Aquila genus.
