Philippine Hawk-eagle
  A species of Old World Hawk-eagles   Scientific name : Nisaetus philippensis  Genus :   Old World Hawk-eagles    
  Philippine Hawk-eagle, A species of Old World Hawk-eagles 
  Botanical name: Nisaetus philippensis 
  Genus:  Old World Hawk-eagles 
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 Description General Info
  Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen  Description
 The Philippine hawk-eagle or north Philippine hawk-eagle (Nisaetus philippensis), earlier treated under Spizaetus, is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. Many taxonomists consider the Pinsker's hawk-eagle, a former subspecies, raised to full species status. It is endemic to the Philippines. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It is threatened by habitat loss. 
 
    Size 
  69 cm 
    Nest Placement 
  Tree 
  Feeding Habits 
  Philippine Hawk-eagle primarily preys on large birds and some mammals, utilizing concealed perches for hunting, likely mirroring the behavior of its genus counterparts. 
    Habitat 
  Philippine Hawk-eagle is commonly found in forested habitats in lowland and foothill regions. They show a preference for primary forests but are also present in areas of selective logging. Philippine Hawk-eagle typically avoids higher altitude mossy forests, favoring environments that offer more open forest structures. 
    Dite type 
  Carnivorous 
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Feeding Habits
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  Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen