Black-faced Hawk vs Crowned Eagle
Leucopternis melanops compared with Stephanoaetus coronatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-faced Hawk | Crowned Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucopternis melanops | Stephanoaetus coronatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.2 cm (16.6 in) | 99.3 cm (39.1 in) |
| Weight | 327.25 g (11.54 oz) | 3483.75 g (122.89 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1-2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-faced Hawk
Near Threatened
Crowned Eagle
About These Birds
Black-faced Hawk
The Black-faced Hawk is a small, compact raptor with white plumage, black-tipped wings and tail, and a distinctive black mask across the face. It inhabits humid lowland tropical forests of Amazonia, occurring in Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and adjacent countries. It hunts reptiles, frogs, large insects, and small mammals in forest interior and along rivers.