Short-toed snake eagle / Schlangenadler (Circaetus gallicus)
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Observations
Only documented observation: 2025-06-14Description
Classification: Genus Circaetus (Circaetus); Subfamily True hawks (Accipitrinae); Family Accipitridae (Accipitridae)General:
The short-toed snake eagle (Circaetus gallicus), also known as the short-toed eagle, is a medium-sized bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes many other diurnal raptors such as kites, buzzards and harriers. The genus name Circaetus is from the Ancient Greek kirkos, a type of hawk, and aetos, "eagle". The specific gallicus means "of Gallia".[2]
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Rare passage migrant and winter visitor
Vocalization:
Quite vocal, especially at breeding ground. A wailing "keeeeaaaaaa" with marked register breaks, or a soft "pjuu-pjuu-pjuu". Male purer and more resonant than female. [Link]
Seasonal behavior
Presence: 03-23 - 10-07 Migration in: 05-21 - 06-09 Migration out: 05-21 - 05-28
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Other Details
Physical details
Physical details: length=62-67 cm, wingspan=185-195 cm, weight=1200-2200 gHabitats: Agricultural