Martial eagles soar high above the savannah and stoop at speed on their prey. Their wingspan can reach 2.6 metres, and they hunt monitor lizards, birds and small mammals.
Raptors
Martial Eagle
Polemaetus bellicosus
Africa's largest eagle, a powerful hunter that can take small antelope.
Size
Wingspan 2-2.6 m
Lifespan
14 years or more
Diet
Birds, reptiles and small mammals.
Habitat
Open woodland and savannah.
About the martial eagle
Did you know?
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It can spot prey from 5 kilometres away.
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It builds huge stick nests in tall trees.
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It is threatened by persecution and habitat loss.
When to see it
Seen all year round; the best sightings depend on where you are.
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