Madagascar Cuckoo-hawk vs African Fish-eagle
Aviceda madagascariensis compared with Haliaeetus vocifer
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Madagascar Cuckoo-hawk | African Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aviceda madagascariensis | Haliaeetus vocifer |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 62.8 cm (24.7 in) | 109.6 cm (43.1 in) |
| Weight | 284.5 g (10.04 oz) | 2782.0 g (98.13 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 1-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Madagascar Cuckoo-hawk only
African Fish-eagle only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Madagascar Cuckoo-hawk
Least Concern
African Fish-eagle
About These Birds
African Fish-eagle
The African Fish-eagle is a large raptor weighing about 2.8kg found near lakes and rivers across sub-Saharan Africa. Its loud, far-carrying call and fish-snatching hunting technique are iconic.