Black-collared Hawk vs Bateleur
Busarellus nigricollis compared with Terathopius ecaudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-collared Hawk | Bateleur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Busarellus nigricollis | Terathopius ecaudatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 78.7 cm (31.0 in) | 100.1 cm (39.4 in) |
| Weight | 926.0 g (32.66 oz) | 2400.0 g (84.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-2 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Black-collared Hawk
Bateleur
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.
Bateleur
The Bateleur is an Endangered eagle of the family Accipitridae found in open savanna and woodland across sub-Saharan Africa. Weighing about 2,400g with an impressive wingspan of 100.1cm, it is distinguished by its extremely short tail and vivid red facial skin and bill. It soars for hours over vast distances, feeding primarily on carrion and occasionally taking live prey.