Serpentaire des Andaman
Spilornis elgini
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<birdfyi-bird slug="spilornis-elgini"></birdfyi-bird>The Serpentaire des Andaman (Spilornis elgini) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 73.1 cm and a weight of 895 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Vulnerable.
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À propos
The Andaman Serpent-eagle is a vulnerable raptor with an impressive 73.1 cm wingspan, weighing around 895 grams. It is endemic to the Andaman Islands and inhabits primary forest, where it hunts snakes and lizards. Deforestation on the islands threatens its small population.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergure | 73,1 cm | 28.8 in |
| Poids | 895,0 g | 31.57 oz |
Habitat & Range
Statut de conservation
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Famille | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Spilornis |
| Espèces | Spilornis elgini |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | نسر الأفعى الأندماني |
| French | Serpentaire des Andaman |
| Indonesian | Elang-ular andaman |
| Japanese | アンダマンカンムリワシ |
| Spanish | culebrera de Andamán |
Distribution
Serpentaire des Andaman has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Foire aux questions
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Similar Birds
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