Lesser Fish-Eagle
NameLesser Fish-Eagle
Common NameLesser Fish-Eagle
Scientific NameIchthyophaga humilis
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)140
Length (cm)58.5
Weight (g)1190
Plumage DetailsAdults have a grey head and neck, dark brown back and wings, and a clean white belly and thighs. The tail is dark brown with a broad white band at the base. They possess bright yellow eyes, a dark bill, and pale greyish-white legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a high-pitched, mournful 'chee-wair' or 'chee-wah' call, often repeated, given both from perches and in flight.
Primary Dietpiscivore
Primary Habitatsforest, wetland, coastal
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound across Southern Asia, from India and Nepal eastward through Southeast Asia, including Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Identifying FeaturesGrey head and neck, Dark brown upperparts, White belly, Yellow eyes, Dark bill, Pale legs, Often perches prominently near water bodies
Description
The Lesser Fish-Eagle is a medium-sized raptor specializing in hunting fish, typically found near freshwater bodies and coasts. It is characterized by its grey head and neck contrasting with dark brown upperparts and a white belly.
