Frances's Sparrowhawk
Tachyspiza francesiae
Data DeficientAves
About
Frances's sparrowhawk is a small bird of prey. This species was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter. The nominate subspecies, T. f. francesiae, is endemic to Madagascar, and the other subspecies are found in the Comoro Islands. The Anjouan sparrowhawk, also known as the Anjouan Island sparrowhawk, Ndzuwani goshawk or Joanna Island goshawk, was thought to be extinct until searches in the 1980s and in 2005 confirmed that it is still extant.
Fun Fact
Eggs usually have different and unique marking on them.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Live in dense forests, large gardens, parks and coconut plantations.
Diet
Feed on a range of prey including mammals, birds, lizards, frogs, and large insects.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance