Black-collared Hawk vs Lesser Fish-eagle
Busarellus nigricollis compared with Icthyophaga humilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-collared Hawk | Lesser Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Busarellus nigricollis | Icthyophaga humilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 78.7 cm (31.0 in) | 70.6 cm (27.8 in) |
| Weight | 926.0 g (32.66 oz) | 782.5 g (27.60 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-collared Hawk
Near Threatened
Lesser Fish-eagle
About These Birds
Black-collared Hawk
The Black-collared Hawk is a medium-sized raptor of South and Central American wetlands, with distinctive white head, chestnut body, and a black collar across the lower throat. It ranges from Mexico south through the Amazon Basin to Argentina, inhabiting the edges of rivers, lakes, marshes, and flooded forests. It feeds almost exclusively on fish, plunging feet-first into water to capture prey.