Steppe Eagle
Aquila nipalensis
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Endangered
Wingspan
111.9 cm
Weight
3155.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Steppe Eagle (Aquila nipalensis) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 111.9 cm and a weight of 3.2 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Endangered.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 111.9 cm | 44.1 in |
| Weight | 3155.0 g | 111.29 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 45 days. Fledging: 55-65 days.
Clutch Size
1-5
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Aquila |
| Species | Aquila nipalensis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | عقاب السهوب |
| Chinese | 草原雕 |
| French | Aigle des steppes |
| German | Steppenadler |
| Japanese | ソウゲンワシ |
| Korean | 초원수리 |
| Portuguese | Águia-das-estepes |
| Russian | Степной орёл |
| Spanish | Águila esteparia |
| Thai | อินทรีทุ่งหญ้าสเตปป์ |
| Turkish | Bozkır kartalı |
| Vietnamese | Đại bàng hung |
Distribution
Steppe Eagle has been recorded in 5 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Steppe Eagle endangered?
The Steppe Eagle has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Steppe Eagle nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 45 days. Fledging: 55-65 days.
How big is the Steppe Eagle?
The Steppe Eagle has a wingspan of 111.9 cm, weight of 3155.0 g.
What order and family does the Steppe Eagle belong to?
The Steppe Eagle (Aquila nipalensis) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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