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Crested Serpent-Eagle

Spilornis cheela

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Accipitriformes ›Family: Accipitridae ›Genus: Spilornis

About

The crested serpent eagle (Spilornis cheela) is a medium-sized bird of prey that is found in forested habitats across tropical Asia. Within its widespread range across the Indian Subcontinent, Southeast Asia and East Asia, there are considerable variations and some authorities prefer to treat several of its subspecies as completely separate species. In the past, several species including the Philippine serpent eagle (S. holospila), Andaman serpent eagle (S. elgini) and South Nicobar serpent eagle (S. klossi)...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Crested Serpent-Eagle?
The scientific name of Crested Serpent-Eagle is Spilornis cheela.
What is the conservation status of Crested Serpent-Eagle?
The Crested Serpent-Eagle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Crested Serpent-Eagle belong to?
Crested Serpent-Eagle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Crested Serpent-Eagle belong to?
Crested Serpent-Eagle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Crested Serpent-Eagle belong to?
Crested Serpent-Eagle belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Crested Serpent-Eagle belong to?
Crested Serpent-Eagle belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Crested Serpent-Eagle belong to?
Crested Serpent-Eagle belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Crested Serpent-Eagle belong to?
Crested Serpent-Eagle belongs to the genus Spilornis.