Cassin's Hawk-Eagle
Aquila africana
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
Cassin's hawk-eagle or Cassin's eagle, is a relatively small eagle in the family Accipitridae. Its feathered legs mark it as member of the Aquilinae or booted eagle subfamily. A forest-dependent species, it occurs in primary rainforests across western, central and (marginally) eastern Africa where it preys on birds and tree squirrels. It was named after John Cassin who first described it in 1865. Due to widespread habitat destruction, its populations are steadily declining but have not yet warranted upgrading its status from Least Concern.
Fun Fact
A fairly small eagle, under current classification, Cassin's hawk-eagle is the smallest member of the Aquila genus.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Restricted to primary rainforest, A.
Diet
Preys on birds and tree squirrels.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance