Australian Raptor Care and Conservation Inc

Little Eagle

Hieraaetus morphnoides


Photographer: Peg McDonald

Description

Distribution

Type:

Small, strong, stocky eagle with legs heavily feathered to feet. Light and dark morphs. Distinctive flight with aerial undulations and soars in tight circles. Hunts mammals, birds, reptiles, and occasionally insects and carrion.

Found throughout Australia.
Diurnal

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Wingspan:


~ 123cm 

 Body Length:

~ 50cm

 Weight: 

Male: ~ 1000g

Female: ~ 1200g


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