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The harpy eagle is one of the largest and most powerful birds of prey on Earth, a true monarch of the rainforest canopy. Found in Central and South America, this eagle is instantly recognizable by its massive size, striking gray-and-white plumage, and distinctive feathered crest. With talons as long as a grizzly bear’s claws, it is capable of snatching monkeys and sloths right out of the trees. Harpy eagles are skilled hunters that rely on strength and stealth rather than soaring flight. Their s

Watch: A sloth moves at one tenth of a mile per hour—making it the perfect prey for a harpy eagle. | National Geographic