Ornate Hawk-Eagle

This is a medium-large raptor, at about 58-64 cm in length, and weighing about 1200 g . It has a prominent pointed crest, raised when excited, a black bill, broad wings and a long rounded tail.

The Ornate Hawk-Eagle is classified as Least Concern. Does not qualify for a more at risk category. Widespread and abundant taxa are included in this category.

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A Record of the Ornate Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus ornatus) in Nayarit, Mexico Journal of Raptor Research: 38(2): June 2004: 193-194. JUNE 2004 LETTERS 193 /. Raptor Res. 38(2):193-194 © 2004 The Raptor Research Foundation, Inc. Ornate Hawk-Eagles (Spizaetus ornatus) inhabit tropical and subtropical zones, in well-preserved interior forests, from sea level to 1500 m. More

The Ornate Hawk-eagle, Spizaetus ornatus, is a bird of prey from the tropical Americas. Like all eagles, it is in the family Accipitridae. This species is notable for its vivid colors, which differ markedly between adult and immature birds. Immature, Darién National Park (Panama) This is a medium-large raptor, at about 58-64 cm (23-25 in) in length, and weighing about 1200 g (42 oz). More

The Ornate Hawk-Eagle has a broad range throughout much of the Neotropics, living in tropical forests generally below 1800 meters. They are often seen in early morning as they perch on emergent snags or along forest edges. In the late morning they are most often detected as they circle low over the canopy, often calling tirelessly. Note, however, that they soar and vocalize less frequently than Black Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus tyrannus). More

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The ornate hawk-eagle is most often seen soaring over the forest, with short butterfly-like wing flutters interspersing gentle circular glides, as it calls with a loud whistle (5). When perched, it is far more inconspicuous (5), an important component of its efficient hunting strategy. More

The ornate hawk-eagle is an arresting bird of prey, with strikingly coloured plumage, piercing golden eyes (2), and a sharp, hooked bill capable of tearing flesh and breaking bones (4). A crest of black feathers sits on top of the head, which usually lies flat but may be erected into a prominent spike in excitement (5). The sides of the head and the back of the neck are a warm chestnut (2), blending into the black plumage of the back and wings (5). More

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The Ornate Hawk-eagle, Spizaetus ornatus, is a bird of prey from the tropical Americas. Like all eagles, it is in the family Accipitridae. Distribution / Range This bird is found in humid tropical forests from southern Mexico and the Yucat More

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