Black Harrier vs Grey-headed Fish-eagle
Circus maurus compared with Icthyophaga ichthyaetus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Harrier | Grey-headed Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circus maurus | Icthyophaga ichthyaetus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 70.5 cm (27.8 in) | 94.2 cm (37.1 in) |
| Weight | 497.3333333333333 g (17.54 oz) | 2061.6666666666665 g (72.72 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 1-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Black Harrier only
Grey-headed Fish-eagle only
Conservation Status
Endangered
Black Harrier
Near Threatened
Grey-headed Fish-eagle
About These Birds
Black Harrier
The Black Harrier is an endangered, medium-sized raptor endemic to southern Africa with almost entirely black plumage, bold white barring on the tail, and characteristic pale eyes. It inhabits lowland fynbos, Renosterveld, and wetland edges primarily in the Western and Northern Cape provinces of South Africa. It hunts by quartering low over open terrain, capturing small mammals, birds, reptiles, and insects.