Semicollared Hawk
NameSemicollared Hawk
Common NameSemicollared Hawk
Scientific NameAccipiter collaris
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)55
Length (cm)30.5
Weight (g)150
Plumage DetailsAdults have dark slate-brown upperparts, often appearing darker on the head, with a subtle white semi-collar on the nape. The underparts are white to buff, heavily barred with rufous or chestnut. It has a white throat, and bright yellow cere and legs.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations include a series of high-pitched, rapid 'kee-kee-kee' notes or a sharp 'kew-kew-kew'.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest, mountain
Conservation Statusnear-threatened
Geographic RangeFound in the Andes mountains of South America, ranging from Venezuela south through Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Identifying FeaturesSmall size for a hawk, Dark brown upperparts, Heavily barred rufous underparts, Yellow cere and legs, Subtle white semi-collar on nape
Description
The Semicollared Hawk is a small, secretive raptor of montane forests, characterized by its dark upperparts and heavily barred underparts. It is a swift hunter, primarily preying on insects and small vertebrates within its dense forest habitat.
