Red-legged Sparrowhawk vs Augur Buzzard
Accipiter erythropus compared with Buteo augur
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-legged Sparrowhawk | Augur Buzzard |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter erythropus | Buteo augur |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 30.9 cm (12.2 in) | 82.0 cm (32.3 in) |
| Weight | 118.5 g (4.18 oz) | 1090.0 g (38.45 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Red-legged Sparrowhawk
Augur Buzzard
About These Birds
Red-legged Sparrowhawk
The Red-legged Sparrowhawk, <em>Accipiter erythropus</em>, is a small raptor in the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). It inhabits forest environments, consistent with the arboreal hunting style characteristic of accipiters. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is assessed as Least Concern on global conservation evaluations. Available nesting data indicate a clutch size of 2 eggs, though further details on nest structure, incubation duration, and fledging period are not documented here. …
Augur Buzzard
The Augur Buzzard is a large, common hawk found in open country and woodland edges across eastern and southern Africa. Weighing about 1,090g with a broad wingspan of 82cm, it typically shows white underparts and a rufous tail. It hunts from soaring flight or elevated perches, taking rodents, lizards, and large insects.