Frances's Sparrowhawk

Frances's Sparrowhawk

Accipiter francesiae

Least Concern
Wingspan
31.2 cm
Weight
135.25 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes

About

Frances's Sparrowhawk, <em>Accipiter francesiae</em>, is a small raptor belonging to the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). It is associated with forest habitats, where accipiters typically hunt birds and small vertebrates through dense tree cover. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is assessed as Least Concern, suggesting it is not currently at elevated risk of global decline. Clutch sizes reportedly range from 1 to 5 eggs, though data on nest structure, incubation period, and fledging duration are not documented in the available records. Diet, vocalizations, and geographic range information are also not captured.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 31.2 cm 12.3 in
Weight 135.25 g 4.77 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Behavior & Breeding

Clutch Size

1-5

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)
Family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites)
Genus Accipiter
Species Accipiter francesiae

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
Arabic باشق فرنسيس
French Épervier de Frances
German Echsenhabicht
Indonesian Elang alap frances
Japanese シロハラハイタカ
Portuguese gavião-lagarto
Russian Мадагаскарский ястреб
Spanish gavilán de Frances
Turkish Frances atmacası
Vietnamese Ó Frances

Distribution

Frances's Sparrowhawk has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Present Not recorded
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Frances's Sparrowhawk endangered?
The Frances's Sparrowhawk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Frances's Sparrowhawk?
The Frances's Sparrowhawk has a wingspan of 31.2 cm, weight of 135.25 g.
What order and family does the Frances's Sparrowhawk belong to?
The Frances's Sparrowhawk (Accipiter francesiae) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.

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