Pale Chanting Goshawk

Melierax canorus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The pale chanting goshawk is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. This hawk breeds in southern Africa and is a resident species of dry, open semi-desert with 75 cm or less annual rainfall. It is commonly seen perched on roadside telephone poles.

Fun Fact

This hawk breeds in southern Africa and is a resident species of dry, open semi-desert with 75 cm or less annual rainfall.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Dry semi-desert areas with open ground and appropriate perches from which to hunt

Diet

Eats a wide variety of prey including small mammals up to the size of Cape hares, lizards, birds, large insects and carrion.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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