Javan Hawk-Eagle

Nisaetus bartelsi

Conservation Status

Endangered

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The Javan hawk-eagle is a medium-sized, dark brown raptor in the family Accipitridae. It is the national bird of Indonesia, where it is commonly referred to as the real-life model for the Garuda Pancasila, which is also inspired by Garuda; a bird-like deity in Hinduism and Buddhism. The scientific name commemorates the Bartels family, who discovered it.

Fun Fact

It is one of the rarest raptors.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in humid tropical forests of Java.

Diet

Diet consists mainly of birds, lizards, fruit bats and mammals.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Loss
Poaching and Hunting
Human-Wildlife Conflict
Disease

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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