Crested Goshawk
NameCrested Goshawk
Common NameCrested Goshawk
Scientific NameAccipiter trivirgatus
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)65
Length (cm)40
Weight (g)425
Plumage DetailsAdults have a dark grey head with a short, prominent crest and bright yellow eyes. The upperparts are dark grey, while the throat is white. The breast is rufous with dark barring, transitioning to white underparts with prominent dark brown barring. The legs are bright yellow.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, rapid 'ki-ki-ki-ki' or 'kew-kew-kew' calls, often accelerating and becoming more strident, especially during breeding season.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, urban
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeFound across South and Southeast Asia, from India and Sri Lanka eastward through Southeast Asia to southern China, Taiwan, and the Philippines.
Identifying Featuresprominent crest, yellow eyes, rufous and barred breast, dark grey upperparts, yellow legs
Description
The Crested Goshawk is a medium-sized raptor characterized by its prominent crest and striking plumage. It is an agile hunter, often found in forested areas where it preys on small birds and mammals.
