Philippine Eagle
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NamePhilippine Eagle
Common NamePhilippine Eagle
Scientific NamePithecophaga jefferyi
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)94
Weight (g)6350
Plumage DetailsThe plumage is predominantly dark brown on the upperparts, with paler, creamy-white underparts. The head and nape are adorned with a distinctive shaggy, cream-colored crest, and the facial feathers are pale grey. The legs are yellow, and the powerful talons are black.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include loud, piercing whistles, screams, and various calls used for communication, territorial defense, and during courtship.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatstropical rainforest, montane forest
Conservation Statuscritically-endangered
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Philippines, found on the islands of Luzon, Samar, Leyte, and Mindanao.
Identifying Featureslarge size, shaggy crest, dark brown upperparts, creamy-white underparts, pale grey face, powerful hooked beak, blue-grey eyes
Description
The Philippine Eagle is one of the largest and most powerful eagles in the world, characterized by its shaggy crest and striking plumage. It is a majestic raptor endemic to the Philippines, known for its keen eyesight and predatory prowess in dense forest environments.
