About the Imperial Eagle
The eagle is used in heraldry as a charge, as a supporter, and as a crest. Heraldic eagles can be found throughout world history like in the Achaemenid Empire or in the present Republic of Indonesia. The European post-classical symbolism of the heraldic eagle is connected with the Roman Empire on one hand, and with Saint John the Evangelist on the other.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Aquila heliaca |
| Species Codes | impeag1, EIEA, IMEA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Imperial Eagle belong to?
The Imperial Eagle (Aquila heliaca) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Imperial Eagle?
The Imperial Eagle is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Imperial Eagle?
The eagle is used in heraldry as a charge, as a supporter, and as a crest. Heraldic eagles can be found throughout world history like in the Achaemenid Empire or in the present Republic of Indonesia. The European post-classical symbolism of the heraldic eagle is connected with the Roman Empire on on...
Where can I report a Imperial Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Imperial Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code impeag1, or on iNaturalist.
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