Black Eagle

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About Black Eagle

It belongs to the family Accipitridae, and is the only member of the genus Ictinaetus.
These are large and distinctive dark eagle of forested mountains and hills.
The distinguishing feature of the majestic bird is its striking yellow beak, a vibrant contrast to its black feathers.
They soar over forests in the hilly regions of tropical and subtropical South and Southeast Asia, as well as southeastern China.
Distribution: They are found in the Indian states of Himachal Pradesh and Jammu & Kashmir, forests of the Eastern and Western Ghats in peninsular India.
Conservation status
- IUCN: Least concern

Key features of Chail wildlife sanctuary

It is located in the state of Himachal Pradesh.
It comprises part of the catchment area of a tributary of the Giri River.
Flora: It is densely covered by Oak and Pine, apart from grassland.
Fauna: It includes animal species of wild boar, goral, sambar, spotted deer, Himalayan black bear, common langur, Indian porcupine, flying squirrel, etc.

Q1) What is a wildlife sanctuary?

A wildlife sanctuary is a protected area of land that has been designated to provide a safe and secure habitat for wildlife species. The primary purpose of a wildlife sanctuary is to conserve and protect the biodiversity and natural habitats of various plants and animals.

Source: A rare black eagle spotted at Chail wildlife sanctuary