Malagasy Harrier
Circus macrosceles
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Endangered
Wingspan
84.2 cm
Weight
786.6666666666666 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 84.2 cm | 33.1 in |
| Weight | 786.6666666666666 g | 27.75 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Endangered
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 33-36 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
Clutch Size
2-6
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Circus |
| Species | Circus macrosceles |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | مرزة ملغاشية |
| French | Busard de Madagascar |
| Japanese | レユニオンチュウヒ |
| Portuguese | gavião-de-madagascar |
| Spanish | aguilucho lagunero malgache |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Malagasy Harrier endangered?
The Malagasy Harrier has a conservation status of Endangered.
How does the Malagasy Harrier nest?
Incubation: 33-36 days. Fledging: 45-50 days.
How big is the Malagasy Harrier?
The Malagasy Harrier has a wingspan of 84.2 cm, weight of 786.6666666666666 g.
What order and family does the Malagasy Harrier belong to?
The Malagasy Harrier (Circus macrosceles) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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