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
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