African Hawk-eagle vs Northern Harrier
Aquila spilogaster compared with Circus hudsonius
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hawk-eagle | Northern Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aquila spilogaster | Circus hudsonius |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 85.5 cm (33.7 in) | 72.2 cm (28.4 in) |
| Weight | 1450.0 g (51.15 oz) | 470.5 g (16.60 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 3-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
African Hawk-eagle only
None
Northern Harrier only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hawk-eagle
Least Concern
Northern 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.