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[edit]African fish eagle perched in tree ( ) | |||||||||||
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Creator InfoField | Garst, Warren, 1922-2016, photographer | ||||||||||
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African fish eagle perched in tree |
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35 mm slide; color. Scientific Classification: Kingdom: Animalia; Phylum: Chordata; Class: Aves; Order: Falconiformes; Family: Accipitridae; Genus: Haliaetus; Genus species: Haliaetus vocifer. Animal characteristics: Head-Body Length: 74-84 cm; Identification: The African fish eagle has a white head, chest, tail, and back. Its feathers and scapulars are black. The abdomen and wing coverts are chestnut; Habitat: Lakes, rivers, coastal lagoons, mangrove swamps; Diet: Carnivore: fish, water birds, small mammals; Reproduction: Breeding takes place during the cooler months of the year. Nests are constructed in tall trees; Social Structure: African fish eagles are most commonly seen in pairs; Behavior: As they hunt fish, these birds will sometimes submerge themselves to catch their prey. They will also rob other birds; Status: No special status; Interesting Facts: The vocalization of the African fish eagle is so well-known and clear, it is sometimes referred to as the 'voice of Africa'. |
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Date | 1972 October | ||||||||||
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institution QS:P195,Q110673471 |
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