American Goshawk vs Oriental Honey-buzzard
Astur atricapillus compared with Pernis ptilorhynchus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American Goshawk | Oriental Honey-buzzard |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Astur atricapillus | Pernis ptilorhynchus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 82.7 cm (32.6 in) |
| Weight | 963.0 g (33.97 oz) | 1117.5 g (39.42 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
American Goshawk
Least Concern
Oriental Honey-buzzard
About These Birds
American Goshawk
The American Goshawk is a powerful accipiter weighing around 963 g, hunting birds and mammals in mature boreal and montane forests of North America. Its broad wings and long tail allow agile pursuit through dense forest, making it a formidable apex avian predator.