Rufous-thighed Kite vs Snail Kite

Harpagus diodon compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis

Side-by-Side Comparison

Attribute Rufous-thighed Kite Snail Kite
Scientific Name Harpagus diodon Rostrhamus sociabilis
Order Accipitriformes Accipitriformes
Family Accipitridae Accipitridae
Conservation Status Least Concern Least Concern
Length
Wingspan 40.3 cm (15.9 in) 69.0 cm (27.2 in)
Weight 187.0 g (6.60 oz) 375.75 g (13.25 oz)
Diet -- --
Clutch Size 1-2 2-3
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Shared Habitats

None

Rufous-thighed Kite only

Snail Kite only

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Rufous-thighed Kite

Least Concern

Snail Kite

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