About the Madagascar Serpent-Eagle
The Madagascar serpent eagle is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is placed in the monotypic genus Eutriorchis. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Eutriorchis astur |
| Species Codes | maseag1, MASE, MSEA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Madagascar Serpent-Eagle belong to?
The Madagascar Serpent-Eagle (Eutriorchis astur) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Madagascar Serpent-Eagle?
The Madagascar Serpent-Eagle is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Madagascar Serpent-Eagle?
The Madagascar serpent eagle is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is placed in the monotypic genus Eutriorchis. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss....
Where can I report a Madagascar Serpent-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Madagascar Serpent-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code maseag1, or on iNaturalist.
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