The term 'fish-eating fowl' is a reference to the ERNE, a species of large seabird native to Europe and parts of Asia. The ERNE is a member of the family of birds known as Accipitridae, which includes hawks, eagles, and other birds of prey. It is a large bird, with a wingspan of up to 1.5 meters, and is typically found near bodies of water, where it feeds on fish. Its scientific name is Pandion haliaetus, and it is also known as the Sea Eagle.