About the Philippine Eagle
The Philippine eagle, also known as the monkey-eating eagle or great Philippine eagle, is a critically endangered species of eagle of the family Accipitridae which is endemic to forests in the Philippines. It has brown and white-colored plumage, a shaggy crest, and generally measures 86 to 102 cm in length and weighs 4.04 to 8.0 kg.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Pithecophaga jefferyi |
| Species Codes | grpeag1, PHEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Eagle belong to?
The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Eagle?
The Philippine eagle, also known as the monkey-eating eagle or great Philippine eagle, is a critically endangered species of eagle of the family Accipitridae which is endemic to forests in the Philippines. It has brown and white-colored plumage, a shaggy crest, and generally measures 86 to 102 cm in...
Where can I report a Philippine Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grpeag1, or on iNaturalist.
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