Imitator Goshawk vs Long-legged Buzzard
Accipiter imitator compared with Buteo rufinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Imitator Goshawk | Long-legged Buzzard |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter imitator | Buteo rufinus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 40.0 cm (15.7 in) | 89.5 cm (35.2 in) |
| Weight | 233.0 g (8.22 oz) | 1144.0 g (40.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Imitator Goshawk
Least Concern
Long-legged Buzzard
About These Birds
Imitator Goshawk
The Imitator Goshawk (<em>Accipiter imitator</em>) is a raptor in the family Accipitridae, the hawks, eagles, and kites. It is restricted to the Solomon Islands in the southwestern Pacific, where it occupies forest habitats on several islands in the archipelago. This species is assessed as Near Threatened by the IUCN, reflecting concerns over population viability associated with forest loss and its limited island range. Its name alludes to its resemblance to other Accipiter species. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this …