a brown snake-eagle, circaetus cinereus, sits on top of a tree branch.

african bird eagle wildlife circaetus cinereus aerial predator animal behavior avian beak beautiful biodiversity anatomy species birding birdwatcher birdwatching brown snake clawed feet feathered friend feathers habitat preservation natural environment nature enthusiast reserve observing ornithology outdoors perched plumage raptor south africa strong grip talon strength talons tree branch dweller wild conservation observation protection sanctuary