Henst's Goshawk vs African Goshawk
Accipiter henstii compared with Accipiter tachiro
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Henst's Goshawk | African Goshawk |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter henstii | Accipiter tachiro |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 58.1 cm (22.9 in) | 43.5 cm (17.1 in) |
| Weight | 903.0 g (31.85 oz) | 314.1666666666667 g (11.08 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Henst's Goshawk
African Goshawk
About These Birds
Henst's Goshawk
Henst's Goshawk (<em>Accipiter henstii</em>) is a large forest raptor in the family Accipitridae, the hawks, eagles, and kites. It is endemic to Madagascar, where it inhabits forest environments including the island's remaining primary rainforest. This species is assessed as Vulnerable by the IUCN, reflecting ongoing population declines driven by deforestation and habitat loss across Madagascar. It is considered one of the larger Malagasy raptors. Nesting data indicate an incubation period of approximately 39 to 40 days, with fledging occurring at …
African Goshawk
The African Goshawk is a medium-sized forest hawk weighing about 314g found across sub-Saharan Africa. It is a swift and agile hunter of birds and small mammals in dense woodland and forest.