Great Nicobar serpent eagle

Spilornis holospilus

The Great Nicobar serpent eagle is a medium-sized bird of prey found in the forests of the Great Nicobar Island in the Indian Ocean. It has a distinctive appearance with a dark brown plumage, a short hooked beak, and broad wings. This eagle is a skilled hunter, preying on small mammals, reptiles, and birds. Its population is declining due to habitat loss and hunting, and it is listed as Vulnerable by the IUCN.

Habitat: Tropical forests of Great Nicobar Island