About the Spanish Eagle
The Spanish imperial eagle, Spanish eagle, Iberian imperial eagle or Adalbert's eagle is a species of eagle native to the Iberian Peninsula. The binomial commemorates Prince Adalbert of Bavaria. Due to its distinct "epaulettes", old literature often referred to this species as the white-shouldered eagle.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Aquila adalberti |
| Species Codes | spaeag1, SIEA, SPEA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spanish Eagle belong to?
The Spanish Eagle (Aquila adalberti) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Spanish Eagle?
The Spanish Eagle is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Spanish Eagle?
The Spanish imperial eagle, Spanish eagle, Iberian imperial eagle or Adalbert's eagle is a species of eagle native to the Iberian Peninsula. The binomial commemorates Prince Adalbert of Bavaria. Due to its distinct \"epaulettes\", old literature often referred to this species as the white-shouldered e...
Where can I report a Spanish Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Spanish Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spaeag1, or on iNaturalist.
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