African Fish-eagle vs Bateleur
Haliaeetus vocifer compared with Terathopius ecaudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Fish-eagle | Bateleur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Haliaeetus vocifer | Terathopius ecaudatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 109.6 cm (43.1 in) | 100.1 cm (39.4 in) |
| Weight | 2782.0 g (98.13 oz) | 2400.0 g (84.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-4 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Fish-eagle
Endangered
Bateleur
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.
Bateleur
The Bateleur is an Endangered eagle of the family Accipitridae found in open savanna and woodland across sub-Saharan Africa. Weighing about 2,400g with an impressive wingspan of 100.1cm, it is distinguished by its extremely short tail and vivid red facial skin and bill. It soars for hours over vast distances, feeding primarily on carrion and occasionally taking live prey.