Rufous-bellied Eagle
Rufous-bellied Eagle
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The Rufous-bellied Eagle is a medium-sized, elegant eagle found in tropical Asia, recognizable by its dark upperparts and rich rufous and white underparts. It is an agile hunter of birds and small mammals in forest environments.
Where to spot
Dense evergreen forests and moist deciduous forests across parts of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Indonesia.
How to spot
Look for its dark, almost black upperparts, white throat, and contrasting rich rufous belly and flanks. Its bright yellow legs and cere are also noticeable. Watch for its agile flight as it pursues prey.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight. Often seen soaring above forest clearings or perched on emergent trees, especially in the morning.
Where to spot
Dense evergreen forests and moist deciduous forests across parts of the Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and Indonesia.
How to spot
Look for its dark, almost black upperparts, white throat, and contrasting rich rufous belly and flanks. Its bright yellow legs and cere are also noticeable. Watch for its agile flight as it pursues prey.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight. Often seen soaring above forest clearings or perched on emergent trees, especially in the morning.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Its striking plumage and swift, acrobatic flight make it a captivating sight for birdwatchers, especially when observed hunting in the forest canopy.
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