Collared Sparrowhawk vs Black Honey-buzzard
Accipiter cirrocephalus compared with Henicopernis infuscatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Collared Sparrowhawk | Black Honey-buzzard |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter cirrocephalus | Henicopernis infuscatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Vulnerable |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.6 cm (16.8 in) | 67.4 cm (26.5 in) |
| Weight | 180.0 g (6.35 oz) | 650.5 g (22.95 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-6 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Collared Sparrowhawk
Black Honey-buzzard
About These Birds
Collared Sparrowhawk
The Collared Sparrowhawk, <em>Accipiter cirrocephalus</em>, belongs to the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). This small raptor occupies forest habitats where accipiters typically hunt through dense cover in swift, agile pursuit of prey. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is assessed as Least Concern, indicating no immediate threat to its overall population. Nesting records suggest a platform-style nest (nest type PL), with incubation lasting approximately 35 to 37 days and …
Black Honey-buzzard
The Black Honey-buzzard is a vulnerable, medium-large raptor with dark brown to blackish plumage and a relatively long tail adapted for soaring over forest. It is endemic to New Britain Island in the Bismarck Archipelago of Papua New Guinea, inhabiting primary lowland and montane rainforest. Like other honey-buzzards, it specializes in raiding the nests of bees and wasps, feeding on larvae, pupae, and honeycomb.