African Fish-eagle vs Grey-headed Fish-eagle
Haliaeetus vocifer compared with Icthyophaga ichthyaetus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Fish-eagle | Grey-headed Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haliaeetus vocifer | Icthyophaga ichthyaetus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 109.6 cm (43.1 in) | 94.2 cm (37.1 in) |
| Weight | 2782.0 g (98.13 oz) | 2061.6666666666665 g (72.72 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Fish-eagle only
None
Grey-headed Fish-eagle only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Fish-eagle
Near Threatened
Grey-headed 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.