Black Baza vs Pied Harrier
Aviceda leuphotes compared with Circus melanoleucos
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Baza | Pied Harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aviceda leuphotes | Circus melanoleucos |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 46.1 cm (18.1 in) | 70.5 cm (27.8 in) |
| Weight | 196.0 g (6.91 oz) | 356.0 g (12.56 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 4-5 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black Baza
Least Concern
Pied Harrier
About These Birds
Black Baza
The Black Baza is a small, striking raptor of South and Southeast Asia with a bold crest, black upperparts, and white underparts barred with chestnut. It inhabits tropical and subtropical forests, including forest edges and secondary growth, from the foothills of the Himalayas through Myanmar, southern China, and the Malay Peninsula. It feeds primarily on large insects, frogs, and lizards, often hunting in small groups.