Montagu's Harrier vs Black-and-chestnut Eagle
Circus pygargus compared with Spizaetus isidori
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Montagu's Harrier | Black-and-chestnut Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circus pygargus | Spizaetus isidori |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 72.5 cm (28.5 in) | 96.9 cm (38.1 in) |
| Weight | 307.75 g (10.86 oz) | 2950.0 g (104.06 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-6 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Montagu's Harrier only
Black-and-chestnut Eagle only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Montagu's Harrier
Endangered
Black-and-chestnut Eagle
About These Birds
Black-and-chestnut Eagle
The Black-and-chestnut Eagle is an endangered large raptor of humid montane forests along the Andes, from Venezuela to Argentina. It has striking black upperparts and chestnut underparts with fine barring. It preys on medium-sized arboreal mammals, large birds, and reptiles, and is threatened by deforestation and hunting throughout its range.