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Short-toed Snake-Eagle

Circaetus gallicus

Taxonomy

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

About

The short-toed snake eagle (Circaetus gallicus), also known as short-toed eagle, is a medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal raptors such as kites, buzzards and harriers. The genus name Circaetus is from the Ancient Greek kirkos, a type of hawk, and aetos, "eagle". The specific gallicus means "of Gaul".

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Short-toed Snake-Eagle?
The scientific name of Short-toed Snake-Eagle is Circaetus gallicus.
What is the conservation status of Short-toed Snake-Eagle?
The Short-toed Snake-Eagle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Short-toed Snake-Eagle belong to?
Short-toed Snake-Eagle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Short-toed Snake-Eagle belong to?
Short-toed Snake-Eagle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Short-toed Snake-Eagle belong to?
Short-toed Snake-Eagle belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Short-toed Snake-Eagle belong to?
Short-toed Snake-Eagle belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Short-toed Snake-Eagle belong to?
Short-toed Snake-Eagle belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Short-toed Snake-Eagle belong to?
Short-toed Snake-Eagle belongs to the genus Circaetus.