African Hawk-eagle vs Swamp Harrier
Aquila spilogaster compared with Circus approximans
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hawk-eagle | Swamp Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aquila spilogaster | Circus approximans |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 85.5 cm (33.7 in) | 81.4 cm (32.0 in) |
| Weight | 1450.0 g (51.15 oz) | 708.5 g (24.99 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 3-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
African Hawk-eagle only
None
Swamp Harrier only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hawk-eagle
Least Concern
Swamp Harrier
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.