Épervier de Frances

Épervier de Frances

Accipiter francesiae

Least Concern
Envergure
31,2 cm
Poids
135,25 g
Famille
Accipitridae
Ordre
Accipitriformes

À propos

Frances's Sparrowhawk, <em>Accipiter francesiae</em>, is a small raptor belonging to the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). It is associated with forest habitats, where accipiters typically hunt birds and small vertebrates through dense tree cover. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is assessed as Least Concern, suggesting it is not currently at elevated risk of global decline. Clutch sizes reportedly range from 1 to 5 eggs, though data on nest structure, incubation period, and fledging duration are not documented in the available records. Diet, vocalizations, and geographic range information are also not captured.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 31,2 cm 12.3 in
Poids 135,25 g 4.77 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Least Concern
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Taille de la couvée

1-5

Taxonomie

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Ordre Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)
Famille Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites)
Genus Accipiter
Espèces Accipiter francesiae

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
Arabic باشق فرنسيس
French Épervier de Frances
German Echsenhabicht
Indonesian Elang alap frances
Japanese シロハラハイタカ
Portuguese gavião-lagarto
Russian Мадагаскарский ястреб
Spanish gavilán de Frances
Turkish Frances atmacası
Vietnamese Ó Frances

Distribution

Épervier de Frances has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Épervier de Frances endangered?
The Épervier de Frances has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How big is the Épervier de Frances?
The Épervier de Frances has a wingspan of 31.2 cm, weight of 135.25 g.
What order and family does the Épervier de Frances belong to?
The Épervier de Frances (Accipiter francesiae) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.

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