The White-bellied Sea Eagle (Haliaeetus leucogaster) is a magnificent raptor, one of the largest birds of prey in Australasia and Southeast Asia. Its imposing size, striking plumage, and mastery of coastal environments make it a truly iconic species across its vast range.
Visually, the White-bellied Sea Eagle is instantly recognisable. Adults exhibit a crisp, contrasting plumage: The head, neck, and underparts are pristine white, giving the bird its common name; the upperparts, wings, and tail are a striking slate-grey. They possess a powerful, hooked, dark grey bill, and bright yellow eyes that convey their predatory prowess.
Ecologically, the White-bellied Sea Eagle is a coastal and marine specialist. It is almost exclusively found along coastlines, estuaries, large rivers, and extensive inland wetlands, rarely venturing far from large bodies of water. Its vast range extends from India and Sri Lanka across Southeast Asia, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea, down to Australia.
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