Collared Sparrowhawk vs African Marsh-harrier

Accipiter cirrocephalus в сравнении с Circus ranivorus

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Характеристика Collared Sparrowhawk African Marsh-harrier
Научное название Accipiter cirrocephalus Circus ranivorus
Отряд Accipitriformes Accipitriformes
Семейство Accipitridae Accipitridae
Охранный статус Least Concern Least Concern
Длина
Размах крыльев 42,6 cm (16.8 in) 72,6 cm (28.6 in)
Масса 180,0 g (6.35 oz) 498,0 g (17.57 oz)
Питание -- --
Размер кладки 2-6 3-6
Population Trend

Habitat Comparison

Общие среды обитания

Нет

Collared Sparrowhawk only

African Marsh-harrier only

Охранный статус

Least Concern

Collared Sparrowhawk

Least Concern

African Marsh-harrier

About These Birds

Collared Sparrowhawk

The Collared Sparrowhawk, <em>Accipiter cirrocephalus</em>, belongs to the family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites). This small raptor occupies forest habitats where accipiters typically hunt through dense cover in swift, agile pursuit of prey. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. The species is assessed as Least Concern, indicating no immediate threat to its overall population. Nesting records suggest a platform-style nest (nest type PL), with incubation lasting approximately 35 to 37 days and …

African Marsh-harrier

The African Marsh-harrier is a broad-winged raptor with a wingspan of around 73 cm, weighing close to 500 g. It hunts low over wetlands and marshes in sub-Saharan Africa, preying on frogs, small birds, and rodents.

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