Bearded Vulture vs Andaman Serpent-eagle
Gypaetus barbatus compared with Spilornis elgini
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Bearded Vulture | Andaman Serpent-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gypaetus barbatus | Spilornis elgini |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 152.1 cm (59.9 in) | 73.1 cm (28.8 in) |
| Weight | 5800.0 g (204.59 oz) | 895.0 g (31.57 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Bearded Vulture only
Andaman Serpent-eagle only
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Bearded Vulture
Vulnerable
Andaman Serpent-eagle
About These Birds
Bearded Vulture
The Bearded Vulture, or Lammergeier, is a spectacular high-mountain raptor found from the Pyrenees and Africa to Central and South Asia. Adults are orange-buff below, dark above, with a long diamond-shaped tail and striking beard of dark bristles below the bill. Uniquely, it feeds almost exclusively on bones, dropping them from height onto rocks to access the nutritious marrow.
Andaman Serpent-eagle
The Andaman Serpent-eagle is a vulnerable raptor with an impressive 73.1 cm wingspan, weighing around 895 grams. It is endemic to the Andaman Islands and inhabits primary forest, where it hunts snakes and lizards. Deforestation on the islands threatens its small population.