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The Harpy Eagle, sometimes known as the Flying Wolf, is a tropical species of eagle found in South and Central America. It is the only member of the genus Harpia.

 
It is the largest and most powerful raptor found in the Americas, and among the largest extant species of eagles in the world. It usually inhabits tropical lowland rainforests in the upper canopy. Its name refers to the harpies of Ancient Greek mythology. These were wind spirits that took the dead to Hades, and were said to have a body like an eagle and the face of a human.

Female Harpy Eagles typically weigh 6.5 kg to 9 kg (14 to 20 lbs). The male, in comparison, weighs only about 3.8 kg to 5.4 kg (8.5 lb to 12 lb). Harpy Eagles are 89-105 cm (2.94-3.43 ft) long and have a wingspan of approximately 200 cm (6 ft, 7 in). Only the Philippine Eagle and the Steller's Sea Eagle approach similar dimensions, although the wingspan of the Harpy Eagle is relatively small (an adaptation that increases maneuverability in forested habitats) and is matched or surpassed by other species.  

 

This magnificent aerial predator is common nowhere and requires luck and persistence to see.

Catch this week's Harpy Eagle show on your local Fox SportsNet channel or affiliate this Saturday morning.