Wallace's Hawk-Eagle
Nisaetus nanus
The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus nanus) is a rare kites, old world vultures, eagles, and hawk found in 5 countries, weighing about 558 g. Wallace's hawk-eagle is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.
About the Wallace's Hawk-Eagle
Wallace's hawk-eagle is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is found in Kra Isthmus, Malay Peninsula, Sumatra and Borneo. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss and trade. It is among the smallest eagles in the world at about 46 cm (18 in) long and weighing 500–610 g (1.10–1.34 lb).
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Where it lives
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, with peak activity in October. It is a resident species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does a Wallace's Hawk-Eagle look like?
- Wallace's hawk-eagle is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.
- How big is a Wallace's Hawk-Eagle?
- The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle is a large sized bird weighing about 558 g.
- Where can you see a Wallace's Hawk-Eagle?
- The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle occurs in 5 countries, including Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei and Myanmar (Burma).
- What birds look similar to a Wallace's Hawk-Eagle?
- The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle is most easily confused with the Blyth's Hawk-Eagle, the Legge's Hawk-Eagle and the Sulawesi Hawk-Eagle.
- Is the Wallace's Hawk-Eagle endangered?
- The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
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