African Harrier-Hawk
Polyboroides typus
Least ConcernAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
The African harrier-hawk, harrier hawk or gymnogene is a bird of prey. It is about 60–66 centimetres (24–26 in) in length. It breeds in most of Africa south of the Sahara. The only other member of the genus is the allopatric Madagascar harrier-hawk.
Fun Fact
An unusual trait of this species is the double-jointed ankles it possesses, which enable it to reach into otherwise inaccessible holes and cracks for prey.
Quick Facts
Habitat
To be updated
Diet
Prey on introduced species such as feral pigeons, house sparrows and eastern gray squirrels.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance