Nicobar Serpent-Eagle
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    Nicobar Serpent-Eagle

    Spilornis klossi

    Birds of Prey
    Endangered

    Conservation Status

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    EN - EndangeredDecreasing population

    Faces a very high risk of extinction in the wild.

    The Nicobar Serpent-Eagle faces threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion. While specific recovery programs are limited, conservation efforts focus on protecting its remaining forest habitat. Responsible safari tourism can help by raising awareness and providing economic incentives for local communities to preserve the natural environment, which in turn protects this endangered eagle.

    The Great Nicobar serpent eagle, also known as the South Nicobar serpent eagle, is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is probably the smallest known eagle, with a weight of about 450 g (0.99 lb), a wingspan of 85 to 95 cm and a body length of about 38 to 42 cm. It is endemic to forest on the Indian island of Great Nicobar. It is threatened by habitat loss.

    Description adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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