Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle
Spizaetus melanoleucus
Least ConcernAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
The black-and-white hawk-eagle is a bird of prey species in the eagle and hawk family (Accipitridae). It is found throughout a large part of tropical America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina.
Fun Fact
As its name suggests, this is a black and white eagle, resembling the small typical eagles sometimes separated in "Hieraaetus".
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs from Oaxaca to Veracruz in southern Mexico southwards throughout Central America, with the exception of most of El Salvador and the Pacific coast of Nicaragua.
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance