Barred Hawk vs Snail Kite
Morphnarchus princeps compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Barred Hawk | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Morphnarchus princeps | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 72.9 cm (28.7 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 872.0 g (30.76 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Barred Hawk
Least Concern
Snail Kite
About These Birds
Barred Hawk
The Barred Hawk is a large hawk of the family Accipitridae found in humid montane forests on the Pacific slopes of the Andes from Panama to Peru. Weighing about 872g with a wingspan of 72.9cm, it has boldly barred black-and-white underparts and a yellow cere. It hunts snakes, lizards, and small mammals in forest habitats.