Legge's Hawk-Eagle
Nisaetus kelaarti
Data DeficientAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
Legge's hawk-eagle is a bird of prey. Like all eagles, it is in the family Accipitridae. It breeds in the Indian subcontinent, from southern India to Sri Lanka. Its specific name kelaarti honors the physician-zoologist E.F. Kelaart. The English common name honours William Vincent Legge, who described the species in 1878.
Fun Fact
Like all eagles, it is in the family Accipitridae.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Eat small mammals, birds and reptiles.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance