Harpy Eagle
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NameHarpy Eagle
Common NameHarpy Eagle
Scientific NameHarpia harpyja
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)95
Weight (g)7000
Plumage DetailsAdults have a slate-gray head with a prominent double crest, a dark gray to black back and upperwings, and a white underside. A broad black band crosses the chest, separating the gray head from the white belly. The legs are feathered white with powerful yellow talons.
Vocalization / CallHarpy Eagles are generally silent but can produce a variety of calls, including piercing whistles, harsh screams, and croaking sounds, especially near the nest.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, lowland forest
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, from southern Mexico (rarely) through Central America to northern Argentina and southern Brazil.
Identifying Featureslarge size, prominent double crest, slate-gray head, black chest band, powerful talons, dark upperparts, white underparts
Description
The Harpy Eagle is one of the largest and most powerful raptors in the world, known for its formidable size and distinctive facial disc. It is a formidable predator of the rainforest canopy, characterized by its upright posture and powerful talons.
