Harpy Eagle
Scientific Name: Harpia harpyja
Population Status: Near Threatened
Body Length: 3 to 3-1/2 feet (1 m)
Wingspan: Up to 6-1/2 feet (2 m)
Weight: 9-20 pounds (4-9 kg)
Harpy Eagles are among the world’s largest and most powerful eagles. They are found in the emergent layer of the rainforest and their diet consists of monkeys, sloths and other birds.
They have adapted to live in the rainforest by having powerful wings, legs and claws for catching prey as well as exceptionally good eyesight.
Population Status: Near Threatened
Body Length: 3 to 3-1/2 feet (1 m)
Wingspan: Up to 6-1/2 feet (2 m)
Weight: 9-20 pounds (4-9 kg)
Harpy Eagles are among the world’s largest and most powerful eagles. They are found in the emergent layer of the rainforest and their diet consists of monkeys, sloths and other birds.
They have adapted to live in the rainforest by having powerful wings, legs and claws for catching prey as well as exceptionally good eyesight.