Red-headed Vulture vs Black-and-chestnut Eagle
Sarcogyps calvus compared with Spizaetus isidori
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-headed Vulture | Black-and-chestnut Eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Sarcogyps calvus | Spizaetus isidori |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 114.0 cm (44.9 in) | 96.9 cm (38.1 in) |
| Weight | 4500.0 g (158.73 oz) | 2950.0 g (104.06 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Red-headed Vulture
Endangered
Black-and-chestnut Eagle
About These Birds
Black-and-chestnut Eagle
The Black-and-chestnut Eagle is an endangered large raptor of humid montane forests along the Andes, from Venezuela to Argentina. It has striking black upperparts and chestnut underparts with fine barring. It preys on medium-sized arboreal mammals, large birds, and reptiles, and is threatened by deforestation and hunting throughout its range.