Haast's eagle (Hieraaetus moorei) is an extinct species of eagle that lived in the South Island of New Zealand, commonly accepted to be the pouākai of Māori mythology. [2]

Like the iconic moa, Haast's eagle evolved through - and survived - multiple glacial periods, when larger body size would have increased survival chances. The species was named after Julius von Haast, …

It’s still the largest eagle species ever described and was also incredibly well-built. Haast’s had a body weight of up to 18 kg, with a 13 cm beak and legs more akin to the heaviest vultures around today. It …

Oct 6, 2020 · The Haast's eagle was the largest predator in prehistoric New Zealand and the biggest eagle that has ever lived. The Haast’s eagle was the largest eagle species known to man. These …

May 27, 2024 · The Haast’s eagle (Hieraaetus moorei) is a species of eagle that was once abundant on the South Island of New Zealand. Also known as the giant eagle, Haast’s eagle holds the title of the …

Haast’s eagle inhabited the South Island, New Zealand’s largest island, though it may have also lived on the North Island. Its reign was long but not eternal, as it existed from the Pleistocene epoch until the …

May 8, 2025 · Haast’s eagle was one of the few predators on the islands. Its bones were first unearthed in the 1860s by farm workers draining a swamp. Named after the 19th-century explorer Julius Haast,...

May 3, 2025 · Haast's eagle isn't quite as imposing as, say, the carnivorous terror bird taller than a basketball player whose bones were discovered in 2024, but it is the largest and heaviest eagle ever …

Dec 17, 2024 · Haast’s Eagle is a fascinating prehistoric bird known for its impressive size and role in New Zealand’s ecosystem. This section explores its taxonomy, distinctive physical traits, and how its …

Sep 17, 2024 · At the top of the food chain were two birds of prey: the Haast’s eagle and the Eyles’ harrier (Circus teauteensis), the largest known member of the harrier genus, which went extinct in …