long crested eagle having lunch

navigate by keyword : bird blue branch branches brown clear commanding crest dark displaying distinctive eagle eagles eyes falcon features flower forest found green hawk highlighting jungle leaves lichen long longcrested lophaetus lunch lush mammal native nature occipitalis open owl patches perched plant plumage presence savannas sharp sky species striking subsaharan surrounded textured tree vivid wildlife woodlands yellow zoo

Long-crested Eagle (Lophaetus occipitalis) perched on a tree branch, displaying its distinctive long crest. The bird has dark brown plumage and striking yellow eyes, surrounded by lush green leaves. The tree has a textured bark, and patches of lichen can be seen on the branches. The clear blue sky provides a vivid backdrop, highlighting the eagle's commanding presence and sharp features. This species is native to sub-Saharan Africa, often found in open woodlands and savannas.