Bateleur
Terathopius ecaudatus
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The Bateleur is an Endangered eagle of the family Accipitridae found in open savanna and woodland across sub-Saharan Africa. Weighing about 2,400g with an impressive wingspan of 100.1cm, it is distinguished by its extremely short tail and vivid red facial skin and bill. It soars for hours over vast distances, feeding primarily on carrion and occasionally taking live prey.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 100.1 cm | 39.4 in |
| Weight | 2400.0 g | 84.66 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 52-59 days. Fledging: 93-194 days.
Clutch Size
1
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Terathopius |
| Species | Terathopius ecaudatus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | بهلوان |
| Chinese | 短尾雕 |
| French | Bateleur des savanes |
| German | Gaukler |
| Indonesian | Bateleur |
| Japanese | ダルマワシ |
| Korean | 달마수리 |
| Portuguese | Águia-sem-rabo |
| Russian | Орёл-скоморох |
| Spanish | águila volatinera |
| Vietnamese | Đại bàng Bateleur |
Distribution
Bateleur has been recorded in 5 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Accipitridae family