African Harrier-hawk vs Bateleur
Polyboroides typus compared with Terathopius ecaudatus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | African Harrier-hawk | Bateleur |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Polyboroides typus | Terathopius ecaudatus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Endangered |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 88.6 cm (34.9 in) | 100.1 cm (39.4 in) |
| Weight | 700.3333333333334 g (24.70 oz) | 2400.0 g (84.66 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 1-3 | 1 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Least Concern
African Harrier-hawk
Endangered
Bateleur
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.
Bateleur
The Bateleur is an Endangered eagle of the family Accipitridae found in open savanna and woodland across sub-Saharan Africa. Weighing about 2,400g with an impressive wingspan of 100.1cm, it is distinguished by its extremely short tail and vivid red facial skin and bill. It soars for hours over vast distances, feeding primarily on carrion and occasionally taking live prey.