African Hawk-eagle vs Letter-winged Kite
Aquila spilogaster compared with Elanus scriptus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Hawk-eagle | Letter-winged Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aquila spilogaster | Elanus scriptus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 85.5 cm (33.7 in) | 60.4 cm (23.8 in) |
| Weight | 1450.0 g (51.15 oz) | 308.1666666666667 g (10.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Hawk-eagle
Near Threatened
Letter-winged 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.