Gurney's Eagle (Aquila gurneyi) — Near Threatened Aves

Gurney's Eagle

Aquila gurneyi

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

Gurney's eagle is a large eagle in the family Accipitridae. It is found in New Guinea and Wallacea, and is an occasional vagrant to Australia.

Fun Fact

The common name and Latin binomial commemorate the British banker and amateur ornithologist John Henry Gurney (1819–1890).

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feeds on mammals (such as cuscuses), reptiles, fish, and birds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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