Philippine Eagle
NamePhilippine Eagle
Common NamePhilippine Eagle
Scientific NamePithecophaga jefferyi
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)94
Weight (g)6350
Plumage DetailsDark brown upperparts, creamy white underparts. The head and nape are adorned with a prominent, shaggy crest of long, streaked brown and white feathers. The tail is dark brown with lighter bars, and the flight feathers are dark with lighter bases.
Vocalization / CallKnown for loud, piercing, and high-pitched calls, often described as a series of whistles or screams, used for communication and territorial defense.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, montane forest, old-growth forest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines, found on the islands of Luzon, Samar, Leyte, and Mindanao.
Identifying Featuresvery large size, prominent shaggy crest, pale blue-gray bill, dark brown upperparts, white underparts, powerful talons, long tail
Description
The Philippine Eagle is one of the largest and most powerful forest raptors in the world, characterized by its distinctive shaggy crest and striking plumage. It is an apex predator in its native rainforest habitat, exhibiting powerful flight and hunting skills.
