African Harrier-hawk vs Snail Kite
Polyboroides typus compared with Rostrhamus sociabilis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Harrier-hawk | Snail Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyboroides typus | Rostrhamus sociabilis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 88.6 cm (34.9 in) | 69.0 cm (27.2 in) |
| Weight | 700.3333333333334 g (24.70 oz) | 375.75 g (13.25 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 2-3 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Harrier-hawk
Least Concern
Snail Kite
About These Birds
African Harrier-hawk
The African Harrier-hawk weighs about 700g and ranges across sub-Saharan Africa. Its double-jointed legs reach deep into tree holes and cliff crevices to extract nestlings and hidden prey.