Steppe eagles are medium-sized, migratory eagles that occur in Europe, Asia, and Africa. Their weight can vary significantly, with males typically weighing between 2.5 and 3.5 kg, and females weighing between 2.3 and 4.9 kg.
Steppe Eagle Weight Ranges
The weight ranges for the two recognized subspecies of steppe eagles are as follows:
| Subspecies | Male Weight | Female Weight |
|---|---|---|
| A. n. nipalensis | 2.5-3.5 kg | 2.3-4.9 kg |
| A. n. orientalis | 2.0-3.1 kg | 2.3-3.9 kg |
Weight Comparison
Image source: Steppe Eagle by Fimb
To put the weight of steppe eagles into perspective, here are some comparisons to other animals:
- An average adult male human weighs around 70 kg (154 lbs), which is approximately 20-25 times heavier than a male steppe eagle.
- A large male African elephant, the heaviest land animal, can weigh up to 7,000 kg (15,432 lbs), which is approximately 2,000 times heavier than a male steppe eagle.
- A blue whale, the largest animal ever known to have existed, can weigh up to 200,000 kg (440,925 lbs), which is approximately 60,000 times heavier than a male steppe eagle.
Wing Chord Length
The wing chord length of steppe eagles can also vary significantly. In males, the wing chord can measure from 510 to 610 mm, while in females, it can measure from 536 to 640 mm.
Tail Length
The tail of steppe eagles can measure from 238 to 295 mm in both sexes.
Tarsus Length
The tarsus, or lower leg, of steppe eagles can measure from 85 to 96 mm in males and from 92 to 98 mm in females.
Hallux Claw Length
The hallux claw, or the enlarged killing talon on the rear foot, of steppe eagles can measure from 28.3 to 36.8 mm in males and from 31.8 to 40.5 mm in females.
Gape Width and Length
The gape width of steppe eagles can measure from 49 to 60.8 mm in males and from 53 to 55.3 mm in females, while the gape length can measure from 40 to 49.7 mm in males and from 45 to 45.8 mm in females.
References:
– Google Search: steppe eagle weight
– Steeman.org: Steppe Eagle
– Eagle Encyclopedia: Steppe Eagle
– Wikipedia: Steppe Eagle
– European Raptors: Steppe Eagle
– Thai National Parks: Steppe Eagle
