African Hawk-eagle vs Rüppell's Vulture
Aquila spilogaster compared with Gyps rueppelli
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hawk-eagle | Rüppell's Vulture |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aquila spilogaster | Gyps rueppelli |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 85.5 cm (33.7 in) | 125.6 cm (49.4 in) |
| Weight | 1450.0 g (51.15 oz) | 7900.0 g (278.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hawk-eagle
Critically Endangered
Rüppell's Vulture
About These Birds
African Hawk-eagle
The African Hawk-eagle weighs about 1.45kg and inhabits woodland and forest across sub-Saharan Africa. It is a bold and powerful hunter of medium-sized birds and mammals.