Eurasian Sparrowhawk
Eurasian Sparrowhawk (<em>Accipiter nisus</em>) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (<em>Accipitridae</em>) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.
Overview
Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies. A small woodland hawk with barred chest and yellow eyes; a specialist hunter of small birds, ambushing them among hedges and trees; males much smaller than females.
Scientific Classification
Genus: Accipiter; binomial: Accipiter nisus; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758). Typical size: 28-38cm. Average lifespan: 8-15 years.
Distribution
Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: OR, ne AF.
Conservation Status
This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.
Remarks
No additional remarks recorded.
