Madagascar Harrier-Hawk
Polyboroides radiatus
Least ConcernAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
The Madagascar harrier-hawk is a medium-sized species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, endemic to Madagascar.
Fun Fact
Like the African harrier-hawk they possess the unusual morphological adaptation of having an intertarsal joint that allows their legs to flex backwards and forwards.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Occurs in a variety of habitats but seems to favour undisturbed lowland rainforest.
Diet
Eating small birds, rodents, reptiles, insects, small lemurs.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance