African Hawk-eagle vs Black-shouldered Kite
Aquila spilogaster compared with Elanus axillaris
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hawk-eagle | Black-shouldered Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aquila spilogaster | Elanus axillaris |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 85.5 cm (33.7 in) | 57.7 cm (22.7 in) |
| Weight | 1450.0 g (51.15 oz) | 266.25 g (9.39 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hawk-eagle
Least Concern
Black-shouldered Kite
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.