Andaman Serpent-eagle

Andaman Serpent-eagle

Spilornis elgini

Vulnerable
翼展
73.1 cm
体重
895.0 g
Accipitridae
Accipitriformes

关于

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
翼展 73.1 cm 28.8 in
体重 895.0 g 31.57 oz

Habitat & Range

保护状况

Vulnerable
IUCN Red List

分类学

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)
Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites)
Genus Spilornis
物种 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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出现 Not recorded
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常见问题

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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