White-Bellied Sea Eagle

The White-Bellied Sea Eagle is a dramatic coastal and island raptor — brilliant white below with a grey back — that soars over coastlines and coral islands. The Andaman Islands are the best location in India for regular sightings, where pairs nest on coastal cliffs and perform spectacular aerial displays over the sea. Watch White-Bellied Sea Eagles over India's coastlines and islands. Coastal raptor guide — Andaman Islands and marine park birding.

Plan field days around Jan–Dec: light is often strongest at dawn and dusk, when many mammals and birds are most active. Work with a naturalist who knows local movement patterns — they will position you ethically while improving your odds of a encounter in Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park.