Verreaux's Eagle
NameVerreaux's Eagle
Common NameVerreaux's Eagle
Scientific NameAquila verreauxii
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)200
Length (cm)85
Weight (g)4400
Plumage DetailsAdults are predominantly glossy black with a prominent white V-shaped patch on the lower back and rump. The cere and feet are bright yellow, and the eyes are dark brown. Juveniles are browner with rufous patches.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a loud, ringing 'klooo-ee' or 'kweee-ah' call, often given during display flights or when approaching the nest. They also produce softer 'kwee' or 'kya' calls.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsrocky mountains, cliffs, savanna, shrubland
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound in southern and eastern Africa, with a disjunct population in Chad and Sudan. Its range is closely tied to the distribution of its primary prey, the rock hyrax, and suitable mountainous or hilly terrain.
Identifying Featureslarge size, glossy black plumage, white V-shaped back patch, yellow cere and feet, powerful hooked beak, long, broad wings
Description
The Verreaux's Eagle is a large, powerful raptor known for its striking glossy black plumage and distinctive white V-shaped patch on its back. It is a specialized hunter, primarily preying on rock hyraxes in its mountainous and rocky habitats.
