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title: "How much does a harpy eagle weigh?"
description: "A harpy eagle weighs 4–12 kg (8.82–26.5 lb). How that compares to other things, and where the number comes from."
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# How much does a harpy eagle weigh?

**Typical weight: 4–12 kg**

That is 8.82–26.5 lb.

The most powerful raptor in the Americas, with rear talons the size of a grizzly bear's claws.

> Females 6-9 kg; males 4.0-4.8 kg.

## How that compares

*Harpy eagle against things of a similar mass.*

- Ceiling fan: 4–18 kg
- Sewing machine: 4–16 kg
- Tasmanian devil: 4–13 kg
- Wild turkey: 2.5–11 kg
- Fire extinguisher: 2–16 kg
- Harpy eagle: 4–12 kg
- Raccoon: 3.5–14 kg
- Air purifier: 2–18 kg

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## Common questions

### How much does a harpy eagle weigh?

A harpy eagle weighs 4–12 kg (8.82–26.5 lb). Females 6-9 kg; males 4.0-4.8 kg.

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## Sources

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