Grey-bellied Goshawk vs Snail Kite
Accipiter poliogaster compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Grey-bellied Goshawk | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Accipiter poliogaster | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Near Threatened | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 48.1 cm (18.9 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 362.5 g (12.79 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
Grey-bellied Goshawk
Least Concern
Snail Kite
About These Birds
Grey-bellied Goshawk
The Grey-bellied Goshawk (<em>Accipiter poliogaster</em>) is a forest raptor belonging to the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites), found in the tropical forests of South America. It is a specialist of dense forest habitats, where it is believed to hunt birds and small vertebrates within the forest interior. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature, though it is known as a secretive and rarely observed raptor within its forested range. Geographic range data …