One of the most common facts about the harpy eagle is that it is the second largest raptor species inhabiting the rainforest.

Harpy eagles are found from Mexico, through Central America, and into South America to as far south as Argentina.These birds live in tropical lowland rainforests and range from canopies to fledgling plants.

They can traverse forest boundaries in a variety of habitats, including Cerrados, Caatingas, Buriti palm stands, farms, and cities. Harpy eagles nest in tall trees on the main fork to increase stability.

Harpy eagles have the largest claws of any living eagle. The talon of a fully grown Harpy eagle is 5 inches long. The harpy eagle’s lifespan is 25 years.

Some mind blowing facts about harpy eagle

. The harpy eagle is a Neotropical species of eagle.

. Harpy eagles are one of the largest eagle species in the world as well.

. It is more than 1 meter long and has a wingspan of 7.5 feet.

. Harpy eagles live in pairs. They are diurnal birds and hunt during the day.

. They can eat mammals and reptiles.

. They like to hunt alone in the canopy or sometimes on the ground.
. When it finds its prey, the eagle quickly sinks and catches it.

. Harpy eagles have a sharp vision. In fact, it looks 8 times better than humans.

. Harpy eagles often prey on bigger species of monkeys such as the saki monkeys, squirrel monkeys, spider monkeys.

. Interestingly, they will ignore smaller species of monkeys such as the marmosets and the tamarins.

. On rare occasions, harpy eagles would take and steal livestock such as chicken, lamb, goats, and even piglets.

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