Witness the most fearsome bird of prey on the planet... a monkey's "nightmare"
The Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpyja) is one of the world's most powerful birds of prey, notable for its large size and fearsome talons.
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1. One of the largest eagles in the world. The Harpy Eagle has a wingspan of up to 2 meters and can weigh up to 9 kg, making it one of the largest eagles in the world. Photo: Pinterest.
2. Has extremely scary claws. The Harpy Eagle's claws can be up to 12 cm long, longer than the claws of a grizzly bear, helping it hunt large prey such as sloths and monkeys - their main food. Photo: Pinterest.
3. Lives mainly in tropical forests. This species of eagle lives in dense tropical forests in Central and South America, especially in the Amazon region. Photo: Pinterest.
4. Named after a mythical creature. The name "Harpy" comes from the half-human, half-bird creatures in Greek mythology, described as fearsome and powerful. Photo: Pinterest.
5. Extremely loyal to their mate. Harpy eagles are monogamous birds, staying with their mate for life and raising their young together for many years. Photo: Pinterest.
6. Giant bird nests in the canopy of a tall tree. This species nests in the tallest trees in the forest. The nest can be up to 1.5 meters wide and is used for many years. Photo: mongabay.com.
7. Extremely sharp eyesight. Harpy eagles can see prey from hundreds of meters away, even when they are hiding among dense foliage. Photo: Pinterest.
8. Threatened by habitat loss. The destruction of tropical forests is causing the Harpy Eagle's numbers to plummet, making it Vulnerable, according to the IUCN. Photo: Pinterest.
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