Black Baza

Black Baza

Aviceda leuphotes

Least Concern

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The black baza is a small bird of prey found in the forests of Northeast India, the eastern Himalayas, China and Southeast Asia. Many populations are migratory, including those in the Indian region, which winter in the south of the Peninsula and Sri Lanka. Black bazas have short, stout legs and feet with strong talons, and a prominent crest. They are found in dense forest, often in small groups, and can often be found perched on bare branches of tall trees rising above the forest canopy.

Fun Fact

Many populations are migratory, including those in the Indian region, which winter in the south of the Peninsula and Sri Lanka.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Feed mainly on insects by making aerial sallies.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance