Crested Eagle
Morphnus guianensis
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
93.0 cm
Weight
1629.6 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Crested Eagle (Morphnus guianensis) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 93 cm and a weight of 1.6 kg. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 93.0 cm | 36.6 in |
| Weight | 1629.6 g | 57.48 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Fledging: 100-110 days.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Morphnus |
| Species | Morphnus guianensis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | عقاب عرفاء |
| Chinese | 如冕鵰 |
| French | Harpie huppée |
| German | Würgadler |
| Indonesian | Elang berjambul |
| Japanese | ヒメオウギワシ |
| Russian | Гвианская гарпия |
| Spanish | arpía menor |
Distribution
Crested Eagle has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crested Eagle endangered?
The Crested Eagle has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Crested Eagle nest?
Fledging: 100-110 days.
How big is the Crested Eagle?
The Crested Eagle has a wingspan of 93.0 cm, weight of 1629.6 g.
What order and family does the Crested Eagle belong to?
The Crested Eagle (Morphnus guianensis) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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