Red-legged Sparrowhawk vs Western Marsh-harrier
Accipiter erythropus compared with Circus aeruginosus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Red-legged Sparrowhawk | Western Marsh-harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter erythropus | Circus aeruginosus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 30.9 cm (12.2 in) | 81.1 cm (31.9 in) |
| Weight | 118.5 g (4.18 oz) | 681.25 g (24.03 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Red-legged Sparrowhawk only
Western Marsh-harrier only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Red-legged Sparrowhawk
Least Concern
Western Marsh-harrier
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. …