Waldsperber
Accipiter erythropus
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Über uns
The Red-legged Sparrowhawk, <em>Accipiter erythropus</em>, is a small raptor in the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). It inhabits forest environments, consistent with the arboreal hunting style characteristic of accipiters. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is assessed as Least Concern on global conservation evaluations. Available nesting data indicate a clutch size of 2 eggs, though further details on nest structure, incubation duration, and fledging period are not documented here. Information on its diet, vocalizations, and precise geographic range is also not captured in the available records.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Flügelspannweite | 30,9 cm | 12.2 in |
| Gewicht | 118,5 g | 4.18 oz |
Habitat & Range
Erhaltungsstatus
Verhalten & Brutverhalten
Gelegegröße
2
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordnung | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Familie | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Accipiter |
| Arten | Accipiter erythropus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | باشق أحمر الفخذ |
| French | Épervier de Hartlaub |
| German | Waldsperber |
| Indonesian | Elang alap paha-merah |
| Japanese | ニシアフリカツミ |
| Portuguese | gaviãozinho-de-coxas-vermelhas |
| Spanish | gavilancito muslirrojo |
| Turkish | Kızıl butlu atmaca |
| Vietnamese | Cắt đùi đỏ |
Distribution
Waldsperber has been recorded in 1 countries.
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