The Bateleur Eagle is a medium-sized eagle found in Africa. It is a very striking bird, with black and white plumage and a red head. It is a specialised hunter, feeding mainly on snakes, lizards and small mammals. This makes it an important predator in its ecosystem. The Bateleur Eagle is also a very impressive flyer, able to stay aloft for long periods of time while hunting. Thanks to its aerial agility and hunting skills, the Bateleur Eagle is one of the most successful raptor species in Africa.
10,000 to 100,000
Population
Endangered (EN)
IUCN Classification
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Fact 1
They can spend 9 hours hunting for food.
Fact 2
One of the most unique features is that they have a very short tail, unlike other species of birds.
Fact 3
Bateleurs are experts at finding smaller carcasses before most other scavengers.
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