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The mountain hawk eagle belongs to a family of eagles and hawks that inhabits mountainous regions. It is a large bird with a wingspan reaching approximately two meters. Its global habitat is limited to a narrow range, making it a rare wild species with a small population. As it exists atop the ecosystem, however, this species' numbers never have been large. Furthermore, in recent years its population has rapidly declined, due to deforestation, a dwindling number of small animals on which the raptorial species can feed, and chemical contamination of its habitat. Therefore, based on the recognition that it is an endangered wild species facing the threat of extinction, this precious bird has been designated by government ordinance as one of endangered species of wildlife in Japan for which protective measures are being taken. Zoological name: Spizaetus nipalensis orientalis Name in English: Mountain Hawk Eagle or Hodgson’s Hawk Eagle Name in Japanese: Kumataka Size: 80 centimeters in length, three to four kilograms in weight, 160~180 centimeter wingspan Feeding habits: Feeds on hares, copper pheasants, snakes and the like Breeding habits: Lays only one egg per breeding season, which is in March. The chick leaves the nest around August. |
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