About the Black-and-chestnut Eagle
The black-and-chestnut eagle, also known as Isidor's eagle, is a large South American species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is often placed in the monotypic genus Oroaetus. However, recent genetic testing indicates that this species is fairly closely related to Spizaetus species and thus the species should be included in that genus. The black-and-chestnut eagle is a typical forest raptor, hunting primarily small to medium-sized mammals and birds and constructing a large nest in a tall tree. Unfortunately, the twin causes of habitat destruction and persecution have caused population declines and the black-and-chestnut eagle is considered to be an Endangered species by the IUCN.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Spizaetus isidori |
| Species Codes | baceag2, BACE |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-and-chestnut Eagle belong to?
The Black-and-chestnut Eagle (Spizaetus isidori) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Black-and-chestnut Eagle?
The Black-and-chestnut Eagle is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Black-and-chestnut Eagle?
The black-and-chestnut eagle, also known as Isidor's eagle, is a large South American species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is often placed in the monotypic genus Oroaetus. However, recent genetic testing indicates that this species is fairly closely related to Spizaetus species and...
Where can I report a Black-and-chestnut Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-and-chestnut Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code baceag2, or on iNaturalist.