Black Baza
Aviceda leuphotes
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<birdfyi-bird slug="aviceda-leuphotes"></birdfyi-bird>The Black Baza (Aviceda leuphotes) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 46.1 cm and a weight of 196 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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About
The Black Baza is a small, striking raptor of South and Southeast Asia with a bold crest, black upperparts, and white underparts barred with chestnut. It inhabits tropical and subtropical forests, including forest edges and secondary growth, from the foothills of the Himalayas through Myanmar, southern China, and the Malay Peninsula. It feeds primarily on large insects, frogs, and lizards, often hunting in small groups.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 46.1 cm | 18.1 in |
| Weight | 196.0 g | 6.91 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Aviceda |
| Species | Aviceda leuphotes |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | باز أسود |
| Chinese | 黑冠鹃隼 |
| French | Baza huppard |
| Indonesian | baza hitam |
| Japanese | クロカッコウハヤブサ |
| Portuguese | baza-preta |
| Spanish | baza negro |
| Thai | เหยี่ยวกิ้งก่าสีดำ |
| Turkish | Kara baza |
| Vietnamese | Diều mào |
Distribution
Black Baza has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Accipitridae family