African Cuckoo-hawk vs Madagascar Fish-eagle
Aviceda cuculoides compared with Haliaeetus vociferoides
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Cuckoo-hawk | Madagascar Fish-eagle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aviceda cuculoides | Haliaeetus vociferoides |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 52.9 cm (20.8 in) | 97.4 cm (38.3 in) |
| Weight | 261.0 g (9.21 oz) | 2800.0 g (98.77 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-3 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
African Cuckoo-hawk only
None
Madagascar Fish-eagle only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Cuckoo-hawk
Critically Endangered
Madagascar Fish-eagle
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.