Icon Of Asia: Philippine Eagle
The Philippine Eagle(Pithecophaga jefferyi), also known as the Monkey-Eating Eagle or Great Philippine Eagle is an endangered bird of prey that is found in Asia.
Physical Characteristics
An adult Philippine Eagle has a “spiky” crest of feathers on its head. Its crown, crest and nape(back of the neck) are tan with black streaks; the upperparts are brown with tan and cream-edged feathers; the underparts are creamy-white. with chestnut streaks on the sides of the throat and thighs. The feet are yellow, The cere is a dull greenish color, and the irises are bluish-gray.
Juveniles are similar to adults in … Continue