Greater Spotted Eagle

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The Greater Spotted Eagle is a large bird of prey found in Europe and Asia. It has a wingspan of about 150-180 cm and is known for its distinctive spotted plumage. This eagle prefers open wetlands, marshes, and meadows as its habitat, where it hunts for small mammals, birds, and reptiles. During migration, it can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests and agricultural areas. The Greater Spotted Eagle is listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss, disturbance, and persecution in its breeding and wintering grounds.

Habitat: Open wetlands, marshes, meadows