Black Harrier vs Snail Kite
Circus maurus compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black Harrier | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circus maurus | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Endangered | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 70.5 cm (27.8 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 497.3333333333333 g (17.54 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-5 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Endangered
Black Harrier
Least Concern
Snail Kite
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.