Black-mantled Goshawk vs Snail Kite
Accipiter melanochlamys compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-mantled Goshawk | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter melanochlamys | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 45.7 cm (18.0 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 232.2 g (8.19 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-mantled Goshawk
Least Concern
Snail Kite
About These Birds
Black-mantled Goshawk
The Black-mantled Goshawk is a medium-sized, compact hawk with a dark blackish back and mantle, pale gray underparts with fine rufous barring, and yellow cere and feet. It inhabits montane forests of New Guinea at elevations between 900 and 2,800 meters. It preys on small birds and lizards, pursuing them through the forest with agile, rapid flight.