About the Gurney's Eagle
Gurney's eagle is a large eagle in the family Accipitridae. It is found in New Guinea and Wallacea, and is an occasional vagrant to Australia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Aquila gurneyi |
| Species Codes | gureag1, GUEA |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gurney's Eagle belong to?
The Gurney's Eagle (Aquila gurneyi) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Gurney's Eagle?
The Gurney's Eagle is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Gurney's Eagle?
Gurney's eagle is a large eagle in the family Accipitridae. It is found in New Guinea and Wallacea, and is an occasional vagrant to Australia....
Where can I report a Gurney's Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Gurney's Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gureag1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
49
iNat Observations
NT
IUCN Status
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