Are harpy eagles endangered?
Yes, the Harpy Eagle (Harpia harpijya), from South America is considered to be a CITES Appendix I Endangered Species. CITES is the Committee for the International Trade of Endangered Species, which regulates the trade of products or animals that are internationally protected. The New Guinea Harpy Eagle is on the CITES Appendix II list, which is considered to be “Threatened” status.