Western Banded Snake-eagle vs Bateleur
Circaetus cinerascens compared with Terathopius ecaudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Western Banded Snake-eagle | Bateleur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circaetus cinerascens | Terathopius ecaudatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 75.9 cm (29.9 in) | 100.1 cm (39.4 in) |
| Weight | 1220.5 g (43.05 oz) | 2400.0 g (84.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Western Banded Snake-eagle only
None
Bateleur only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Western Banded Snake-eagle
Endangered
Bateleur
About These Birds
Bateleur
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.