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Harpy Eagle

Harpia harpyja

Photo by Juan DiTrani
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Description:

Harpy eagle is the national bird of Panama but it is critically endangered. This pictures were taken in Harpy eagle reproduction center of Summit garden

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Comments (8)
Josh Asel
OMG thats awesome!! whata beautiful creature.
Mark Ridgway
Wow... http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harpy_Eagle
Mark Ridgway
In pic 5 it almost looks like an owl face. He doesn't look built for high altitude soaring with such a short robust body - incredibly strong looking legs and talons though - must operate differently. Magnificent creature!
bayucca
Impressive feet and claws!

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Birds of Panama and Costa Rica
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PublishedJanuary 3, 2012

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