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Grey-headed Fish-eagle
Icthyophaga ichthyaetus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
94.2 cm
Weight
2061.6666666666665 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 94.2 cm | 37.1 in |
| Weight | 2061.6666666666665 g | 72.72 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 28-30 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Icthyophaga |
| Species | Icthyophaga ichthyaetus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Chinese | 灰頭魚鵰 |
| French | Pygargue à tête grise |
| Indonesian | Elang-ikan kepala-kelabu |
| Japanese | ウオクイワシ |
| Russian | Ichthyophaga ichthyaetus |
| Spanish | pigarguillo común |
| Thai | เหยี่ยวปลาใหญ่หัวเทา |
| Vietnamese | Diều cá đầu xám |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey-headed Fish-eagle endangered?
The Grey-headed Fish-eagle has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Grey-headed Fish-eagle nest?
Incubation: 28-30 days.
How big is the Grey-headed Fish-eagle?
The Grey-headed Fish-eagle has a wingspan of 94.2 cm, weight of 2061.6666666666665 g.
What order and family does the Grey-headed Fish-eagle belong to?
The Grey-headed Fish-eagle (Icthyophaga ichthyaetus) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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