Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk
NameRufous-necked Sparrowhawk
Common NameRufous-necked Sparrowhawk
Scientific NameAccipiter erythrauchen
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)30
Weight (g)150
Plumage DetailsAdults have dark slate-grey upperparts, wings, and tail. The head is grey with a darker cap, and a prominent rufous collar extends from the nape to the breast. The belly is white, and the cere and legs are yellow.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, rapid 'ki-ki-ki' or 'kew-kew-kew' calls, often given during breeding or when alarmed.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeEndemic to the Moluccas (Maluku Islands) in eastern Indonesia, including islands such as Halmahera, Morotai, Bacan, Seram, Ambon, and Buru.
Identifying FeaturesSmall raptor size, Distinctive rufous collar/neck, Dark slate-grey upperparts, Yellow cere and legs
Description
This small raptor is characterized by its agile flight and hunting style within dense forest. It typically perches quietly, scanning for prey before making a swift attack. It is an endemic species to the Moluccas.
