Henst's Goshawk vs African Cuckoo-hawk
Accipiter henstii compared with Aviceda cuculoides
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Henst's Goshawk | African Cuckoo-hawk |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter henstii | Aviceda cuculoides |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 58.1 cm (22.9 in) | 52.9 cm (20.8 in) |
| Weight | 903.0 g (31.85 oz) | 261.0 g (9.21 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Henst's Goshawk
African Cuckoo-hawk
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 Cuckoo-hawk
The African Cuckoo-hawk weighs about 261g and inhabits sub-Saharan African forests. Despite its hawk shape, it feeds mainly on insects, lizards, and chameleons.