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Ornate Hawk-eagle. Aguilucho Penachudo

Spizaetus ornatus

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Description:

This is a medium-large raptor, at about 56–68.5 cm (22–27 in) in length, 117–142 cm (46–56 in) across the wings and weighing about 960-1,650 g (2.1-3.6 lbs). It has a prominent pointed crest, raised when excited, a black bill, broad wings and a long rounded tail.

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Ornate Hawk-eagle (Spizaetus ornatus) - Information on Ornate Hawk-eagle, Ornate hawk-eagle, INBio. Especies de Costa Rica -Spizaetus ornatus

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PublishedAugust 26, 2014

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