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
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
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
Photo By Nikolaj Mølgaard Thomsen 
Scientific Classification
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