Crested Serpent Eagle

Spilornis cheela

The Crested Serpent Eagle is a medium-sized bird of prey found in South and Southeast Asia. It has a distinctive crest on its head and is known for its keen eyesight and powerful talons. This raptor is often seen soaring high in the sky or perched in open woodlands and forest edges. It preys on snakes, lizards, and small mammals, using its sharp beak and strong claws to capture and consume its prey. The Crested Serpent Eagle plays an important role in controlling populations of snakes and other small vertebrates in its habitat.

Habitat: Open woodlands and forest edges