Shikra

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Shikra (<em>Tachyspiza badia</em>) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (<em>Accipitridae</em>) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.

Overview

Shikra (Tachyspiza badia) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Tachyspiza; binomial: Tachyspiza badia; authority: (Gmelin, JF, 1788).

Distribution

Breeding range: Africa and the Oriental Region.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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