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MAJOR DUCK EAGLE

Systematic framework

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE

Order
Falconiformes

Family
Accipitrides

Gender
Aquila

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Distribution

The greater spotted eagle is a migratory species that breeds in the Eurasian boreal belt between central and eastern Europe and the coasts of Manchuria. The greater spotted eagle 's wintering range extends across North and East Africa, the Middle East, and South Asia. Of marginal importance are the wintering grounds of southern Europe (the Iberian Peninsula, France, Italy, Greece, and the Balkans), which host modest numbers of individuals more or less regularly. Post-breeding migration to the greater spotted eagle 's wintering grounds takes place between October and November, while pre-breeding migration to the breeding grounds takes place between March and April.

In Italy, the greater spotted eagle is a regular migrant and winter visitor. In our country, it is most often present with young or immature birds from October to December along much of the northern coast of the upper Adriatic and in the Po Valley.

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Where he lives

The greater spotted eagle frequents plains and hills rich in moist, sparsely wooded areas, often near large lakes and rivers. Even in its wintering areas, it remains tied to wetlands (lakes, large rivers, lagoons).

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Feeding

The greater spotted eagle feeds on aquatic birds (coots and ducks), small and medium-sized rodents, reptiles, amphibians and insects; it also occasionally feeds on carrion.

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Behavior

The greater spotted eagle lives solitary or gregarious at different times of the year, and during autumn migration it gathers in small groups, sometimes with other species of the genus Aquila . The greater spotted eagle is monogamous and maintains a pair bond throughout the breeding season. Its flight pattern is similar to that of the golden eagle, with usually shallow and rapid wingbeats. It hunts both in flight and from a perch.

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Reproduction

Breeding season for the Greater Spotted Eagle : Eggs are laid between April and May; one clutch is produced annually. Nest: Roughly arranged sticks lined with grasses and conifer leaves in trees 8-12 meters high. Eggs: Typically 1-2. Incubation: Approximately 6 weeks. Incubation is carried out by the female. Parental care: The chicks fledge after 6-7 weeks.

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Status and conservation

The greater spotted eagle is considered endangered and at risk of extinction in Europe. The main causes of this bird of prey's decline are environmental changes resulting from land reclamation in its breeding areas and human disturbance during nesting.

MAJOR DUCK EAGLE - Protection level

Bonn Convention:

- annex THE threatened species;
Annex II especially in respect of which international agreements are required for its conservation and management. Berne Convention, annex II: strictly protected species.

Birds Directive 79/409 / EEC, annex THE: species for which special conservation measures are envisaged as regards the habitat. National law 11 February 1992, n. 157, art. 2: particularly protected species.