The Mighty Harpy Eagle Supreme Predator of the Rainforest

In the rainforests of Central and South America a silent predator reigns supreme The harpy eagle this powerful raptor is considered the most powerful eagle in the world With incredibly strong legs and talons harpy eagles are large with females the larger sex reaching up to 40 inches in length and possessing a wingspan of up to 7 feet The harpy eagle's talons are truly remarkable larger than a grizzly bear's claws They use these powerful talons to capture and kill their prey which includes sloths monkeys and other tree-dwelling animals Harpy eagles are highly specialized hunters perfectly adapted to life in the rainforest canopy