The Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle is a large species of raptor found in tropical forests in parts of Central and South America.
Black-and-white Hawk-Eagles feed on a variety of prey items, including mammals, like monkeys, reptiles, and other birds. Usually prey is found while the bird is soaring at high altitude.
Black-and-white Hawk-Eagles can be recognized by their namesake plumage -- they are mostly white with black on the back, wings, and around the eye. The tail has black and grey barring. They sometimes show a small shaggy crest.
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Hatched November 24, 2017
Measurements
Length:
18 to 24 inches
(45.7 to 61 cm)
Wingspan:
3.6 to 4.4 feet
(1.1 to 1.3 meters)