African Goshawk

African Goshawk

Aerospiza tachiro

Data Deficient

Aves

About

The African goshawk is an African species of bird of prey in the genus Aerospiza. It was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter. The African goshawk was previously sometimes split with the red-chested goshawk of west Africa treated as a separate species.

Fun Fact

It was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Occurs in forest and diverse dense woodland in both lowland and montane areas, but it can also be found in riverine and gallery forest, plantations of exotic trees, parks and large gardens.

Diet

Feeds on mammals, lizards and sometimes invertebrates.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance