5,033 observationsEndangered
Bateleur
Terathopius ecaudatus
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Aves βΊOrder: Accipitriformes βΊFamily: Accipitridae βΊGenus: Terathopius
About
The Bateleur (Terathopius ecaudatus) is a medium-sized eagle in the family Accipitridae. Its closest relatives are the snake eagles. It is the only member of the genus Terathopius and may be the origin of the "Zimbabwe Bird", the national emblem of Zimbabwe. It is endemic to Africa and small parts of Arabia. "Bateleur" is French for "street performer".
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Bateleur is Terathopius ecaudatus.
- The Bateleur has a conservation status of Endangered.
- Bateleur belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Bateleur belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Bateleur belongs to the class Aves.
- Bateleur belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
- Bateleur belongs to the family Accipitridae.
- Bateleur belongs to the genus Terathopius.