Black-collared Hawk vs Red-headed Vulture
Busarellus nigricollis compared with Sarcogyps calvus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-collared Hawk | Red-headed Vulture |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Busarellus nigricollis | Sarcogyps calvus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 78.7 cm (31.0 in) | 114.0 cm (44.9 in) |
| Weight | 926.0 g (32.66 oz) | 4500.0 g (158.73 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-collared Hawk
Critically Endangered
Red-headed Vulture
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.