Henst's Goshawk vs African Fish-eagle
Accipiter henstii compared with Haliaeetus vocifer
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Henst's Goshawk | African Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter henstii | Haliaeetus vocifer |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Vulnerable | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 58.1 cm (22.9 in) | 109.6 cm (43.1 in) |
| Weight | 903.0 g (31.85 oz) | 2782.0 g (98.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Henst's Goshawk
African Fish-eagle
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 Fish-eagle
The African Fish-eagle is a large raptor weighing about 2.8kg found near lakes and rivers across sub-Saharan Africa. Its loud, far-carrying call and fish-snatching hunting technique are iconic.