The black-and-white hawk-eagle (Spizaetus melanoleucus, formerly Spizastur melanoleucus) is a bird of prey species in the eagle and hawk family (Accipitridae). It is found throughout a large part of tropical America , from southern Mexico to northern Argentina .

The black-and-white hawk-eagle (Spizaetus melanoleucus, formerly Spizastur melanoleucus) is a bird of prey species in the eagle and hawk family (Accipitridae). It is found throughout a large part of tropical America, from southern Mexico to northern Argentina.

The Black-and-white Hawk-eagle is arguably one of the most stunning Neotropical birds of prey. As you may have guessed by its name, this species is mainly black and white. But, it has so many more colors than that. Its head, breast and leg feathers are pure, almost snow white.

The diagnostic, white leading edge of the inner half of the wing contrasts with the black upperside and can be seen in flight at long range. Does not call much when flying, unlike Black and Ornate hawk-eagles.

What types of hawks are black and white? There are 9 types of hawks in North America that are black and white, and these are described in full detail below. Let’s dive into the details, and take a closer look at each of these black-and-white colored raptors: Zone-tailed Hawk. Scientific name: Buteo albonotatus

2020年7月9日 · Black-and-white Hawk-Eagles are medium-large raptors predominantly white with black wings, a white leading edge on the wing, a black short crest, a black patch around the eyes, and a gray-black barred tail.

Black-and-White Hawk Eagles have a black mask, shoulders, back, and a short, bushy black crest that forms a skullcap. The wings are dark-brown to black, and the tail is brown-gray with three or four black bands. The eyes are yellow, the cere is orange, and their beak has a black tip.

2020年3月4日 · Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus melanoleucus), version 1.0. In Birds of the World (T. S. Schulenberg, Editor). Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Ithaca, NY, USA. https://doi.org/10.2173/bow.bawhae1.01

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Appearance: The Black and White Hawk-Eagle is a large bird, measuring around 56-71 cm (22-28 inches) in length with a wingspan of approximately 102-120 cm (40-47 inches). As its name suggests, it has a predominantly black and white plumage.