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This GIANT Bird Is One Of The Largest In The World, And You Wouldn’t Want To Mess With It
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This GIANT Bird Is One Of The Largest In The World, And You Wouldn’t Want To Mess With It

A photo of a guy posing next to a Harpy eagle has gone viral, inspiring awe and intimidation for people around the world. But, when it comes to these bird species, there’s more to be surprised about than just their impressive looks.

Harpy Eagles are one of the largest and most powerful of all types of eagles. These birds of prey can grow up to 42 inches long, with their wingspan reaching a record 7.5 feet. Harpy Eagles weigh up to 20 pounds, with females being up to twice as big as their mates. Consider this: just their rear talons are about 3-4 inches long – and that’s the same size as a grizzly bear’s claws!

National birds of Panama, these beautiful birds are mostly found in the rainforests of Central and South America. When in a serious hunting chase, the harpy can reach speeds of 50 miles per hour.

Harpies are so powerful, they use their great talons to snatch up monkeys and sloths than weigh up to 17 pounds – so this eagle could easily steal a human baby! The point is, don’t mess with this type of bird and never get on their nerves.

Oh, and one more super cool fact about these birds is that they were the original inspiration for the design of Fawkes the Phoenix in the Harry Potter film series.

However, Harpy eagles are an endangered species, so wildlife conservation programs are helping these majestic birds to roam the Panama skies.

(h/t: honesttopaws)

A photo of a guy posing next to a Harpy Eagle has gone viral, inspiring awe and intimidation

Image credits: MissDankk

But, when it comes to these species, there’s more to be surprised about than just their impressive looks

Image credits: Discovery Channel UK

Harpy Eagles are one of the largest and most powerful of all birds

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They can grow up to 42 inches long, with their wingspan reaching a record 7.5 feet

Image credits: Jitze Couperus

Harpy Eagles weigh up to 20 pounds, with females being up to twice as big as their mates

Image credits: mliu92

Consider this: just their rear talons are about 3-4 inches long – and that’s the same size as a grizzly bear’s claws!

Image credits: DecorahPagent

Harpies are so powerful, they snatch up monkeys and sloths than weigh up to 17 pounds

Image credits: imgur

The point is, don’t mess with this bird and never get on their nerves

Image credits: Nick Pattinson

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nanashi
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the only reason I'd work out is to get the adequate strength to hold one of this majestic birb with one arm.

Sophie G
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the only reason I'd lose weight is to go on a ride with them

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Derrick Leduc
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a beautiful bird for sure. Terrifyingly majestic. I'd want to know a good bird handler

Meeow
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gorgeous eagle!

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nanashi
Community Member
5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the only reason I'd work out is to get the adequate strength to hold one of this majestic birb with one arm.

Sophie G
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

the only reason I'd lose weight is to go on a ride with them

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Derrick Leduc
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's a beautiful bird for sure. Terrifyingly majestic. I'd want to know a good bird handler

Meeow
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5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gorgeous eagle!

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