Black-faced Hawk vs White-headed Vulture
Leucopternis melanops compared with Trigonoceps occipitalis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Black-faced Hawk | White-headed Vulture |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Leucopternis melanops | Trigonoceps occipitalis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Critically Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 42.2 cm (16.6 in) | 123.6 cm (48.7 in) |
| Weight | 327.25 g (11.54 oz) | 3710.0 g (130.87 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | -- | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Black-faced Hawk
Critically Endangered
White-headed Vulture
About These Birds
Black-faced Hawk
The Black-faced Hawk is a small, compact raptor with white plumage, black-tipped wings and tail, and a distinctive black mask across the face. It inhabits humid lowland tropical forests of Amazonia, occurring in Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and adjacent countries. It hunts reptiles, frogs, large insects, and small mammals in forest interior and along rivers.