The family of diurnal birds-of-prey includes the important bird species of eagles. There are 60 species of eagles known to be present, with the exception of Antarctica and New Zealand. Eagles are tough birds that can survive in different habitats like mountains, canyons and forests, open plains, and areas close to water. Although the bald eagle is considered endangered due to habitat destruction, soil pollution and hunting, signs of recovery are now visible thanks to the administration’s conservation efforts. We’ll be discussing the most stunning eagle species anywhere in the world.
Bird species can grow to approximately 16 to 39 inches long and 0.99 to 15.5 pounds in weight. The appearance of eagles is stunning. They are covered in a combination of grey, yellowish brown, and brown plumage. Eagles are larger than raptors and have curved beaks that curve more strongly. The eyes of this species are larger and have five times more light-sensitive cells than raptors. They can recognize five colors and have large eyes. Here’s a list of the most stunning eagle species worldwide.
1.Martial Eagle
Martial Eagle, the largest species in Africa, can grow to 78-96cm in length and weigh in at 3-6 kg. It has a dark colour in its upperparts, head, and upper chest, with lighter feather edging. The species’ eyes are richly yellow. However, the dark feathers may appear greyish, blackish, or even plum-coloured depending on the lighting conditions. It can be found in sub-Saharan Africa, where it thrives in woodland edges and pen woods that include savannah or thornbush habitats. In the wild, it can live for 14-25 years.
2.Golden Eagle
Golden eagles, one of the most stunning eagle species are well-known for their exceptional flying and hunting abilities. This bird species is both the national symbol of Mexico as well as the national treasure in America. The largest North American bird of prey, this one can grow to 3 feet and have a wingspan between 6 and 7 feet. It has a dark plumage and gold coloring around the neck and head. The bird species can grow up to 3 inches in length and has yellow-colored beaks, brown eyes, and talons. They live between 15 and 20 years, but some species can live up to 30 years.
3.Bateleur
Bateleur is an eagle species of medium size that is native to Africa and parts of Arabia. It has a black plumage, chestnut mantle, and grey shoulders. The male species has a tawny secondary feather and rare cases of a white mantle. These species can adapt to open savanna country or woodland (thornveld), within Sub-Saharan Africa. These tree-nesting birds are usually silent, but can be heard barking and screaming. Carnivores or scavengers can attack other species to get food, and they will also scavenge carrion. In the wild, the avarage life span is 27 years.
4.Eastern Imperial Eagle
The most common sightings of the Eastern Imperial Eagle were in the region between Southeast Europe and Central Asia. These bird species were also seen in Siberia, Northeast India and northern Pakistan. It prefers to hover at 1800m above sea level, but it can also be seen flying at 3900m above sea level. The Eastern Imperial Eagle spends its winters in India, and prefers humid areas. I can reach 72-90 cm in length, and weigh between 2.45-4.55 kg. Female eagles are approximately one-quarter larger than their male counterparts.
5.Harpy Eagle
Harpy eagles are raptors and can grow to as large as 34 to 42 inches in height and 8.8 to 20 lbs in weight. It is most common in Central and South America. It has a black back and a white belly. Males and females are alike. The species has a large wingspan of over 69 to 88.5 inches. It also has a long tail which aids in navigation. It has good eyesight and a keen sense of hearing, so it can easily detect prey. Wild life spans between 25 and 35 years.
6.Booted Eagle
The medium-sized Hieraaetus pennatus is a species of the Booted Eagle. It can be found in southern Asia and the Palearctic. In winter, they migrate to the tropics of Africa or Asia. It is a member of the Accipitridae family. Males can reach 510 to 770g, while females can reach 840 to 1,025g. The wingspan measures 11 to 132cm. It can show both dark and light morphs, which is a unique feature. It eats small mammals like mice and reptiles like lizards.
7.Steller’s Sea Eagle
The family Accipitridae includes the Steller’s Sea Eagle. It was first described by Peter Simon Pallas in 1811. It has a dark brown plumage with yellow wings, tail and beak. It is the largest eagle in the world, weighing between 5 and 9 kg. However, its weight is much lower than the Philippine eagle or harpy. This species is found in coastal Northeast Asia. It loves to eat fish, and other water birds. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, it is endangered. There are currently 4,000 of these eagles in this area.
8.Rufous-bellied Hawk-Eagle
Rufous-bellied Hawk Eagle, also known as Rufous -bellied eagle, is one of the most stunning eagle species. It can be found in forested areas of tropical Asia. On the basis of a Himalayan specimen, it was originally called Astur kienerii. However, the species was later transferred to the genus Lophotriorchis. Then again, it was moved to Hieraaetus, which is known as “hawk-eagles”. The species’ appearance is black with a short crest, and Chestnut underparts. It can grow to approximately 46-61 cm in length and weighs 732 g.
9.Philippian Eagle
The Philippian Eagle is also the largest eagle, both in terms its length and wing surface. It can grow to 4-8 Kg in weight and reach a length of 86-102 cm. In the wild, species live for between 30 and 60 years. The appearance is dark with a cream-brown crown and nape. However, the back and underside are dark brown. It is a native of the Philippines. It can be found on four islands: Mindanao, Samar and Leyte.
10.Bald Eagle
Bald Eagle is one of North America’s most majestic and beautiful eagle species. It can be found in Florida, California, Newfoundland, and Alaska. Adults can reach 3 feet in height and weigh 9 pounds. Females are usually larger than their male counterparts. Monogamy is the name given to bald eagles. This means that one pair of eagles will remain together throughout their lives. Eagle species live up to 28 years in the wild, and as long as 36 years in captivity. Since 1782, they have been the United States’ national emblem.
11.Ornate Hawk-Eagle
The Ornate Hawk-Eagle was a bird that saw the tropical Americas. It is also known as the crested-hawk-eagle. This species is part of the Accipitridae family and is known for its bright colors and bold markings. They can also be found in South America and central Mexico. They were once able to survive in tall trees, and they can now be found in many types of forests.
12.Spanish Emperial Eagle
Spanish Emperial Eagle, also known as Iberian Imperial Eagle, Spanish eagle or Adalbert’s Eagle is one of the most stunning eagle species that can be seen on the Iberian Peninsula. It is listed as a Vulnerable species by IUCN. The main causes of its decline are human encroachment and collisions with pylons, and habitat loss. It can grow to a length of between 74 and 85 cm, with a wingspan from 177 to 220cm. Its average weight is between 3.19 and 3.93 kg (7.0 and 8.7 lb).
13.White-tailed Sea Eagle
White-Tailed Sea Eagles are one of the most stunning eagle species, and they can be seen mostly in temperate Eurasia. It is also part of the Accipitridae family, which also includes hawks and kites. The grey sea eagle, or Eurasian sea-eagle, prefers coastal saltwater areas, as well as inland freshwater including wetlands and lakes. The apex predator is also an opportunistic hunter that subsists on fish and birds.
14.Verreaux’s Eagle
Verreaux’s Eagle, also known as the “black eagle”, is a species that can be found in South Africa. It prefers mountainous and hilly areas of southern and east Africa. Rene Primevere Lesson first published the species in 1830. It is part of a large group of raptors known as “booted Eagles”. Male species can weigh between 3 and 4.2 kg (6.6 to 9.3lb) while females are heavier at 3.1 to 7.4 kg (6.8 to 15.4lb).
15.Bateleur African Eagle
Bateleur is a medium-sized species of eagle, with the closest relatives being the snake eagles. It is also believed to be the source of the “Zimbabwe Bird”, the national emblem of Zimbabwe. It is an endemic species in Africa and parts of Arabia. The average avarage size for eagle species are 55-70 cm (22-28 in) long and 186 cm (6 ft. 1 in) wide. The bird species are distributed across Mauritania and Senegal, Mali. Guinea, Sudan. Ethiopia, Somalia. Namibia, Botswana. Saudi Arabia. Yemen. Cote d’Ivoire. Kenya. Nigeria. Zambia. Zimbabwe.
16.Wedge Tailed Eagle
Wedge-tailed Eagles are Australia’s largest bird of prey. This species is found in southern New Guinea. It is known for its large wings and fully feathered legs. The unique, dark-coloured booted Eagle has a wingspan of up to 2.84m (9 ft. 4 in), and a length of 1.06m (3 ft. 6 in). It is found in Australia, Tasmania, New Guinea, and elsewhere around the globe.
17.Greater spotted Eagle
The Greater Spotted Eagle, also known as the spotted or spotted eagle, is a large bird-of-prey in the Accipitridae family. The scientific name for the eagle species is changing. They can grow to lengths of between 59 and 71 cm, with wingspans from 157 to 179cm. However, the average eagle species’ weight is between 1.6 and 2.5 kg. In some cases, a large female spotted eagle can be identified at 3.2 kg. The appearance of the eagle species is very striking. Their head and wings are dark brown with brown plumage. They breed from north Europe to east across Eurasia and then winter in the Middle East, south-eastern Africa, North-eastern Africa and the Indian Subcontinent. Small mammals and other similar prey, mostly terrestrial, make up the diet.
18.Tawny Eagle
The Tawny Eagle is one of the most stunning eagle species found in the Sahara desert regions. The average eagle species grows to 65-72 centimetres in height and can weigh between 1.6-2.4 kilograms. Although the wingspan of the eagle species ranges from 1.72 to 1.85 meters, it is smaller than that of males, but is similar in appearance. It has a tawny-coloured upper and black flight feathers. The lower back is paler. It is easily identified by its light-coloured stripes on the wings. It thrives in steppes, deserts, open grasslands and mountains. It eats small birds, rabbits, and small reptiles like lizards and snakes.
19.Crested serpent eagle
The medium-sized Crested serpent Eagle is a bird of prey that can be found in forested areas in tropical Asia. They are also common in the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and East Asia. Their appearance is a combination of a large head and long feathers at the back, giving them their name. The species’ face is yellow and bare, with strong feet. The apex predators, which are at the top end of the food chain, play a significant role in maintaining the ecosystem and controlling snake populations.
20.Bonelli’s Eagle
Bonelli’s Eagle is most commonly seen in south Europe and Africa, both north-and south of the Sahara Desert. If there are large trees, it will thrive in savannah and forest edges. It can grow to 55-65 cm in length. The underside of the bird is dark brown, while the white underside has dark streaks. The long, grey-colored tail is topped with a white underside and ends in a broad, black terminal band. They eat live prey, such as birds and mammals.
