African Hawk-eagle vs Ridgway's Hawk
Aquila spilogaster compared with Buteo ridgwayi
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hawk-eagle | Ridgway's Hawk |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aquila spilogaster | Buteo ridgwayi |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 85.5 cm (33.7 in) | 44.5 cm (17.5 in) |
| Weight | 1450.0 g (51.15 oz) | 352.75 g (12.44 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hawk-eagle
Critically Endangered
Ridgway's Hawk
About These Birds
African Hawk-eagle
The African Hawk-eagle weighs about 1.45kg and inhabits woodland and forest across sub-Saharan Africa. It is a bold and powerful hunter of medium-sized birds and mammals.