White-bellied Sea-eagle vs Ayres's Hawk-eagle
Haliaeetus leucogaster compared with Hieraaetus ayresii
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | White-bellied Sea-eagle | Ayres's Hawk-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haliaeetus leucogaster | Hieraaetus ayresii |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 111.3 cm (43.8 in) | 76.7 cm (30.2 in) |
| Weight | 2775.0 g (97.89 oz) | 839.5 g (29.61 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
White-bellied Sea-eagle only
Ayres's Hawk-eagle only
None
Conservation Status
Least Concern
White-bellied Sea-eagle
Least Concern
Ayres's Hawk-eagle
About These Birds
Ayres's Hawk-eagle
Ayres's Hawk-eagle is a medium-sized forest eagle found in woodland and forest across sub-Saharan Africa. Weighing about 839.5g with a wingspan of 76.7cm, it has white underparts with dark streaking and powerful taloned feet. It hunts birds and small mammals in swift aerial attacks through the forest canopy.