Andaman Serpent-eagle
Spilornis elgini
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Vulnerable
Envergadura
73,1 cm
Peso
895,0 g
Família
Accipitridae
Ordem
Accipitriformes
Sobre
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 73,1 cm | 28.8 in |
| Peso | 895,0 g | 31.57 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservação
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Família | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Spilornis |
| Espécies | 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
Andaman Serpent-eagle has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Presente
Not recorded
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External Databases
Perguntas frequentes
Is the Andaman Serpent-eagle endangered?
The Andaman Serpent-eagle has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Andaman Serpent-eagle?
The Andaman Serpent-eagle has a wingspan of 73.1 cm, weight of 895.0 g.
What order and family does the Andaman Serpent-eagle belong to?
The Andaman Serpent-eagle (Spilornis elgini) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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