African Marsh-harrier vs Crowned Eagle
Circus ranivorus compared with Stephanoaetus coronatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Marsh-harrier | Crowned Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circus ranivorus | Stephanoaetus coronatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 72.6 cm (28.6 in) | 99.3 cm (39.1 in) |
| Weight | 498.0 g (17.57 oz) | 3483.75 g (122.89 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Marsh-harrier
Near Threatened
Crowned Eagle
About These Birds
African Marsh-harrier
The African Marsh-harrier is a broad-winged raptor with a wingspan of around 73 cm, weighing close to 500 g. It hunts low over wetlands and marshes in sub-Saharan Africa, preying on frogs, small birds, and rodents.