![]() Its legs and feet are thick and massive, the length of its tarsus reaches 8.5-10.3 cm, talons are also thick and sizeable, proportionally to the legs. The tail is usually 30 to 41 cm long (12 – 16 in), and the mean length of its beak is about 5 cm (2 in). Its wingspan is from 1.51 – 1.81 m (4 ft 11 in to 5 ft 11 in). It is one of the largest eagle species, which body length ranges from 80 – 99 cm (31 – 39 in)) females usually weigh 3.2 – 4.7 kg, while males: 2.55 – 4.12 kg (5.5 – 9 lb). Crowned eagle ( Stephanoaetus coronatus). It is observed up to the altitude of 3000 meters above sea level, sometimes chooses savannas and eucalyptus plantations for its habitat (especially the southern populations). It mainly inhabits thick forests, including the heart of the African jungle, but also forested slopes, acacia forests on river embankments and hills. ![]() It inhabits the African continent exclusively, its range includes:ĭespite the large population, the crowned eagle is presently a rarity in many regions of West Africa. ![]() Names: Crowned eagle, African crowned eagle, crowned hawk-eagleĬrowned eagle ( Stephanoaetus coronatus).The crowned eagle is also at the top of our list of the most powerful birds of prey and one of the biggest eagles. ![]() The name ‘crowned’ eagle (or alternatively African crowned eagle) refers to its specific crown. A distinctive feathering and profile make the crowned eagle one of the most eminent birds of prey in the world. Found only in Africa, in a relatively small area. ![]()
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