Endemic to Central and South America, the Harpy Eagle is a carnivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing 4.5–9 kg, it is classified as Near Threatened.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Harpy Eagle | Carnivore Birds Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 6.8 kg | 2.3 kg | ↑ 193% |
| Height | 96.5 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 50 km/h | 33.5 km/h | ↑ 49% |
| Avg Speed | 50 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Harpy Eagle inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Central and South America.
Typical coloring: Black, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Harpy Eagle is a solitary species belonging to the Accipitridae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
NT The Harpy Eagle is classified as Near Threatened. There are 14 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 13 carnivore birds, the Harpy Eagle’s weight of 4.5–9 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 2.3 kg.
Weight rank: #8 of 14 Near Threatened species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | White Rhinoceros | 1800–2500 kg | NT |
| 2 | Narwhal | Up to 1600 kg | NT |
| 3 | American Bison | 318–1000 kg | NT |
| 4 | Markhor | Up to 110 kg | NT |
| 5 | Gerenuk | 28–52 kg | NT |
Related Species
How much does a Harpy Eagle weigh?
A Harpy Eagle typically weighs 4.5–9 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 2.3 kg among carnivore birds.
What is the conservation status of the Harpy Eagle?
The Harpy Eagle is classified as “Near Threatened”. There are 14 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Harpy Eagle live?
The Harpy Eagle is found in Central and South America, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Harpy Eagle reproduce?
The Harpy Eagle has a gestation period of 56–58 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026