Épervier de Madagascar

Épervier de Madagascar

Accipiter madagascariensis

Near Threatened
Envergure
38,2 cm
Poids
199,25 g
Famille
Accipitridae
Ordre
Accipitriformes
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À propos

The Madagascar Sparrowhawk (<em>Accipiter madagascariensis</em>) is a forest raptor belonging to the family Accipitridae, the hawks, eagles, and kites. It is endemic to Madagascar, where it inhabits forest environments including both humid eastern rainforests and drier western woodlands. This species is assessed as Near Threatened by the IUCN, reflecting population pressure from the ongoing loss and degradation of forest habitats across Madagascar. Clutch size typically ranges from 1 to 4 eggs. Detailed plumage and bill descriptions, as well as specific data on diet, nesting duration, and vocalizations, are limited in the available literature.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Envergure 38,2 cm 15.0 in
Poids 199,25 g 7.03 oz

Habitat & Range

Statut de conservation

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Comportement et reproduction

Taille de la couvée

1-4

Taxonomie

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

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
Arabic باشق مدغشقري
Chinese 马达加斯加雀鹰
French Épervier de Madagascar
German Madagaskarsperber
Indonesian Elang alap madagaskar
Japanese マダガスカルハイタカ
Spanish gavilán malgache

Distribution

Épervier de Madagascar has been recorded in 1 countries.

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Présent Not recorded
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Foire aux questions

Is the Épervier de Madagascar endangered?
The Épervier de Madagascar has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Épervier de Madagascar?
The Épervier de Madagascar has a wingspan of 38.2 cm, weight of 199.25 g.
What order and family does the Épervier de Madagascar belong to?
The Épervier de Madagascar (Accipiter madagascariensis) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.

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