Beaudouin's Snake-eagle vs Rufous-bellied Eagle
Circaetus beaudouini compared with Lophotriorchis kienerii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Beaudouin's Snake-eagle | Rufous-bellied Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circaetus beaudouini | Lophotriorchis kienerii |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 100.4 cm (39.5 in) | 73.2 cm (28.8 in) |
| Weight | 1500.0 g (52.91 oz) | 799.25 g (28.19 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Beaudouin's Snake-eagle
Near Threatened
Rufous-bellied Eagle
About These Birds
Beaudouin's Snake-eagle
Beaudouin's Snake-eagle is a vulnerable raptor found in forest-savanna mosaics and woodland edges in West and Central Africa. It resembles other snake-eagles with a large, rounded head, yellow eyes, and lightly barred underparts. As its name suggests, it preys primarily on snakes, which it catches in open areas, and is threatened by deforestation and habitat degradation.