At a glance
- IUCN category
- VU · Vulnerable
- Animal group
- Birds
- Population trend
- Decreasing
- Last verified
Conservation overview
The eastern imperial eagle is a large eagle of open steppe and farmland. It is assessed as Vulnerable.
It often nests in lone trees in otherwise open landscapes.
Range & habitat
Steppe and open country from south-eastern Europe across Central Asia.
Major threats
Threats below are drawn from the authoritative sources listed on this page. For the current, complete assessment, see the IUCN Red List.
- Electrocution on power lines
- Poisoning
- Habitat loss and persecution
Why it matters
A steppe eagle threatened mainly by power lines and poison, the eastern imperial eagle is a flagship for safe infrastructure and grassland conservation across Eurasia.
Sources
Sources for Eastern Imperial Eagle
- IUCN Red List — look up Eastern Imperial Eagle (authoritative status)
- BirdLife International
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are power lines dangerous to large eagles?
Big eagles that perch on poles in open country can be electrocuted by poorly designed power infrastructure, a leading cause of death for several eagle species.
Why is the eastern imperial eagle Vulnerable?
Published assessments cite electrocution on power lines, poisoning, and habitat loss and persecution. See the IUCN Red List for the current assessment.
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