Cape Vulture vs African Fish-eagle
Gyps coprotheres compared with Haliaeetus vocifer
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Cape Vulture | African Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Gyps coprotheres | Haliaeetus vocifer |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 137.4 cm (54.1 in) | 109.6 cm (43.1 in) |
| Weight | 8985.0 g (316.94 oz) | 2782.0 g (98.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
Cape Vulture
Least Concern
African Fish-eagle
About These Birds
African Fish-eagle
The African Fish-eagle is a large raptor weighing about 2.8kg found near lakes and rivers across sub-Saharan Africa. Its loud, far-carrying call and fish-snatching hunting technique are iconic.