Type:
Australia’s largest raptor, often seen circling and soaring high in the air. Legs heavily feathered to its feet with a long tail ending in a ‘wedge’ shape. Hunts mammals, large birds and reptiles, and feeds on carrion – especially road kill.
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Wingspan:
~ 206cm
Body Length:
~ 95cm
Weight:
Male: ~ 1000g
Female: ~ 1200g
In the spirit of reconciliation, Australian Raptor Care and Conservation Inc acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. We recognise and appreciate the traditional significance and cultural roles birds of prey play in the lives of our First Nations people.