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Where to see Crowned Eagle in South Africa
About the Crowned Eagle
The crowned eagle is a powerful forest and woodland raptor of sub-Saharan Africa, recognised by its broad wings, long tail, prominent crest and striking dark-and-white plumage. It is a highly capable predator that specialises in hunting mammals, particularly monkeys and small antelope, but also takes birds and other prey. It hunts mainly from concealed perches within woodland or forest and uses its powerful talons to subdue prey. It is generally territorial and is usually encountered singly or in pairs.
How to identify the Crowned Eagle
Large, powerful forest eagle with broad rounded wings, a long tail and a prominent crest. Adults are dark brown above with finely barred white underparts and distinctive black-and-white facial markings.
Did you know?
The Crowned Eagle has exceptionally powerful talons and is capable of taking prey weighing several times its own body mass, making it one of Africa’s most powerful forest raptors.
Also known as: African Crowned Eagle, Kroonarend, Afrikaanse Kroonarend, Crowned Hawk-Eagle
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