how big is a harpy eagle?
The harpy eagle's name comes from. the harpies of Greek mythology which were ferocious winged creatures with sharp claws, a woman's face and a vulture's body. The average weight of a harpy eagle is 18.4 lbs (8.2 kg). Female harpy eagles are larger than the males. A female can weigh from 14 to 18 lbs (7-9 kg), while the males weigh 10 to 16 lbs (5-8 kg). Their body length is between 36 and 40 inches (1 meter). Their feathers are slate-black above and white to light gray underneath.