Haast's Giant Eagle: Skull Reconstruction

The Haast's Eagle (Hieraaetus moorei, formerly Harpagornis moorei) is the largest known bird of prey to have ever existed in historical times. Endemic to New Zealand’s South Island, it long reigned supreme over local ecosystems before becoming extinct. Wingspan: Estimated at between 2.6 and 3 meters, which was relatively modest for its size, allowing it to maneuver effectively among the trees in dense forests. Skull: Based on a 3D reconstruction of its complete skull, it measured approximately…

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