Birds of Indian Subcontinent
21 bird species 119 featured
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amur falcon
Falco amurensis
Discover the Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis), a small raptor famous for its incredible long-distance migration from Siberia to Southern Africa.
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black eagle
Ictinaetus malayensis
Learn about the Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malayensis), a unique raptor of tropical Asia known for its slow canopy flight and specialized nest-raiding habits.
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black kite
Milvus migrans
Learn about the Black Kite (Milvus migrans), a versatile bird of prey known for its scavenging habits, soaring flight, and distinctive forked tail.
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black winged kite
Elanus caeruleus
Learn about the Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus), a small raptor famous for its hovering flight, striking red eyes, and unique hunting behavior.
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brahminy kite
Hailiastur indus
Learn about the Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus), a stunning raptor with chestnut plumage and white head found near water bodies from India to Australia.
collared falconet
Microhierax careulescens
Discover the Collared Falconet (Microhierax caerulescens), a tiny but fierce raptor found in the forests of the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia.
egyptian vulture
Neophron percnopterus
Learn about the Egyptian vulture, the intelligent 'Pharaoh's chicken' known for using tools. Discover its habitat, diet, and conservation status.
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grey headed fish eagle
lcthyophanga ichthyaetus
Learn about the Grey-headed Fish Eagle (lcthyophanga ichthyaetus). A detailed guide on its physical traits, specialized fish-hunting diet, and forest habitat.
griffon vulture
Gyps fulvus
Discover the majestic Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus). Learn about its massive wingspan, scavenger diet, mountain habitats, and unique breeding behaviors.
indian vulture
Gyps indicus
Discover the Indian Vulture (Gyps indicus). Learn about its habitat, diet of carrion, and the critical conservation efforts to save this endangered scavenger.
laggar falcon
Falco jugger
Discover the Laggar Falcon (Falco jugger), a medium-sized raptor of the Indian subcontinent. Learn about its habitat, diet, behavior, and conservation needs.
pallass fish eagle
Haliaeetus leucoryphus
Explore the Pallas's Fish Eagle (Haliaeetus leucoryphus). A comprehensive guide to this globally threatened raptor's habitat, physical traits, and behavior.
pallid harrier
Circus macrourus
Learn about the Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus), a migratory raptor known for its pale plumage and graceful low flight across open plains and bogs.
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peregrine falcon
Falco peregrinus
Discover the Peregrine Falcon, the world's fastest animal. Learn about its habitat, diet, incredible speed, and where to spot this magnificent bird of prey.
pied falconet
Microhierax melanoleucos
Learn about the Pied Falconet (Microhierax melanoleucos), a small black and white raptor found in Asia. Discover its habitat, diet, and unique hunting behavior.
short toed snake eagle
Circaetus gallicus
Discover the Short-toed Snake Eagle (Circaetus gallicus). Learn about its owl-like face, specialized snake diet, and unique habitat across open plains.
steppe eagle
Aquila nipalensis
Discover the Steppe Eagle (Aquila nipalensis). Learn about its dry habitat, diverse hunting techniques, diet of susliks, and physical characteristics.
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tawny eagle
Aquila rapax
Discover the tawny eagle (Aquila rapax), a resilient bird of prey found in Africa and Asia. Learn about its habitat, diet, and unique scavenger behavior.
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white bellied sea eagle
Haliaeetus leucogaster
Discover the majestic White-bellied Sea Eagle. Learn about its hunting behavior, coastal habitat, and physical traits in our comprehensive expert guide.
white rumped vulture
Gyps bengalensis
Learn about the White-rumped Vulture (Gyps bengalensis). Discover facts about its habitat, diet, and its status as a critically endangered scavenger.
amur falcon
Falco amurensis
black eagle
Ictinaetus malayensis
black kite
Milvus migrans
black winged kite
Elanus caeruleus
brahminy kite
Hailiastur indus
collared falconet
Microhierax careulescens
egyptian vulture
Neophron percnopterus
grey headed fish eagle
lcthyophanga ichthyaetus
griffon vulture
Gyps fulvus
indian vulture
Gyps indicus
laggar falcon
Falco jugger
pallass fish eagle
Haliaeetus leucoryphus
pallid harrier
Circus macrourus
peregrine falcon
Falco peregrinus
pied falconet
Microhierax melanoleucos
shikra
Accipiter badius
short toed snake eagle
Circaetus gallicus
steppe eagle
Aquila nipalensis
tawny eagle
Aquila rapax
white bellied sea eagle
Haliaeetus leucogaster
white rumped vulture
Gyps bengalensis