Raptors
Birds of prey
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Harpy eagle – one of the largest birds of prey
Harpy eagle (Harpia harpyja) Harpies are one of the largest birds of prey. They occur in the rain-forest of South America…
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White-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla)
White-tailed eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla) There was a time when this bird was on the verge of extinction. Nonetheless, 20 years ago it rose like…
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Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) – king of the skies
Golden eagle (Aquila chrysaetos) Considering that the lion is the king of mammals, the golden eagle deserves to be called…
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Lesser spotted eagle – a walking eagle
Lesser spotted eagle (Clanga pomarina) This medium-sized bird of prey is not as large as a golden eagle or a…
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Steppe eagle – a thief and a slyboots
Steppe eagle (Aquila nipalensis) The eagle with the dietary habits of a vulture. Its menu is dominated by fresh carrion,…
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