Black-chested Snake-Eagle
Circaetus pectoralis
Least ConcernAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
The black-chested snake eagle or black-breasted snake eagle is a large African bird of prey of the family Accipitridae. It resembles other snake eagles and was formerly considered conspecific with the short-toed and Beaudouin's snake eagles, to which it is closely related.
Fun Fact
It is usually found singly, although communal roosts of up to 200 birds have been recorded in the non-breeding period.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Prey on lizards, insects, small mammals and frogs.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance