Long-crested Eagle

Conservation Status:

It is listed as Least Concern, with a large and stable population

Population Trends:

The species shows a stable trend, benefiting from its adaptability to changing landscapes, including farmland and roadside habitats.

Population Size:

Exact global numbers are not clearly known.

Family:

Accipitridae

Location:

In Uganda

Habitat:

It is widespread in savannas, open woodlands, grasslands, wetlands edges, and even along roadsides, often perched on poles or trees scanning for prey, mainly small mammals.

Migration Pattern:

The Long-crested Eagle is non-migratory, maintaining territories year-round. It may make short local movements

Migration Distance:

Usually within tens of kilometers, depending on food availability.

About this Bird:

The Watchful Sentinel of Open Lands.

The Long-crested Eagle (Lophaetus occipitalis) is a striking, dark-plumaged raptor, easily recognized by its raised crest and calm, watchful posture. A member of the Accipitridae family, it is a familiar presence across Uganda’s open landscapes.

A Familiar Guardian of the Open Country

Steady and resilient, the Long-crested Eagle remains a symbol of balance in Uganda’s landscapes quietly keeping watch where land and life meet.

Long-crested Eagle

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About this Bird:

The Watchful Sentinel of Open Lands.

A Familiar Guardian of the Open Country

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