Ornate Hawk-Eagle
Spizaetus ornatus
The ornate hawk-eagle inhabits mature tropical forests from southern Mexico through parts of northern South America. It hunts from concealed perches or during swift flights through the canopy, taking birds, reptiles, and mammals with powerful talons. Its bold crest and ornate barred plumage make it one of the most striking forest raptors. Despite its size, it can maneuver remarkably well among dense branches.
- Type
- Wing / Fang
- Conservation status
- NT
Growth chain
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- Ornate Hawk-Eagle