Slate-colored Hawk vs African Marsh-harrier
Buteogallus schistaceus compared with Circus ranivorus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Slate-colored Hawk | African Marsh-harrier |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Buteogallus schistaceus | Circus ranivorus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 54.4 cm (21.4 in) | 72.6 cm (28.6 in) |
| Weight | 455.0 g (16.05 oz) | 498.0 g (17.57 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 3-6 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
Slate-colored Hawk only
African Marsh-harrier only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Slate-colored Hawk
Least Concern
African Marsh-harrier
About These Birds
African Marsh-harrier
The African Marsh-harrier is a broad-winged raptor with a wingspan of around 73 cm, weighing close to 500 g. It hunts low over wetlands and marshes in sub-Saharan Africa, preying on frogs, small birds, and rodents.