African Marsh-harrier vs Bateleur
Circus ranivorus compared with Terathopius ecaudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Marsh-harrier | Bateleur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Circus ranivorus | Terathopius ecaudatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 72.6 cm (28.6 in) | 100.1 cm (39.4 in) |
| Weight | 498.0 g (17.57 oz) | 2400.0 g (84.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 3-6 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Marsh-harrier
Endangered
Bateleur
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.
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.