Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle
Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle
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Beaudouin's Snake Eagle is a large raptor found in West Africa, specializing in hunting snakes. It is migratory in parts of its range and faces conservation concerns due to habitat loss and persecution.
Where to spot
Savannas, open woodlands, and cultivation across West Africa, from Senegal to Central African Republic. Migrates south during the dry season.
How to spot
Look for its pale underparts, dark upperparts, and broad wings. Key identification features include a relatively plain, pale head and distinctive tail barring (three narrow dark bands). Listen for its loud, far-carrying calls.
When to spot
Year-round in resident areas, but migratory movements occur during dry seasons (autumn/winter). Active during daylight hours.
Where to spot
Savannas, open woodlands, and cultivation across West Africa, from Senegal to Central African Republic. Migrates south during the dry season.
How to spot
Look for its pale underparts, dark upperparts, and broad wings. Key identification features include a relatively plain, pale head and distinctive tail barring (three narrow dark bands). Listen for its loud, far-carrying calls.
When to spot
Year-round in resident areas, but migratory movements occur during dry seasons (autumn/winter). Active during daylight hours.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is often difficult to distinguish from the more common Short-toed Snake Eagle, requiring careful observation of subtle plumage differences and calls, especially when flying at a distance.
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