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When to see Martial Eagle in Pilanesberg National Park
Martial Eagle are most active during the day (06:00 to 18:00).
This is Martial Eagle's general behavior. Once enough sightings are logged in Pilanesberg National Park, this page also shows when they're actually seen here.
Where to look for Martial Eagle in Pilanesberg National Park: best roads
Drive
Moruleng, Thlware and Dithabaneng run through mixed bushveld and open grassland: good country for Martial Eagle.
- Moruleng3.9 km · mixed bushveld
- Thlware2.6 km · mixed bushveld
- Dithabaneng12.5 km · mixed bushveld and open grassland
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About the Martial Eagle
The martial eagle is one of Africa's largest and most powerful eagles, found mainly in open woodland, savanna and semi-arid habitats. It has broad wings, a heavily built body and dark brown upperparts contrasting with a pale underside marked with dark streaking. It is an apex aerial predator capable of taking a wide range of prey, including birds, reptiles and mammals, sometimes tackling animals much larger than itself. It usually hunts from elevated perches or while soaring over open country.
How to identify the Martial Eagle
Very large eagle with broad wings, a long tail and powerful feathered legs. Adults are dark brown above with white underparts heavily marked with dark barring and streaking. Juveniles are generally paler.
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