African Cuckoo-hawk vs Letter-winged Kite
Aviceda cuculoides compared with Elanus scriptus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Cuckoo-hawk | Letter-winged Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aviceda cuculoides | Elanus scriptus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 52.9 cm (20.8 in) | 60.4 cm (23.8 in) |
| Weight | 261.0 g (9.21 oz) | 308.1666666666667 g (10.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2-7 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
African Cuckoo-hawk only
Letter-winged Kite only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Cuckoo-hawk
Near Threatened
Letter-winged Kite
About These Birds
African Cuckoo-hawk
The African Cuckoo-hawk weighs about 261g and inhabits sub-Saharan African forests. Despite its hawk shape, it feeds mainly on insects, lizards, and chameleons.