Vinous-breasted Sparrowhawk
NameVinous-breasted Sparrowhawk
Common NameVinous-breasted Sparrowhawk
Scientific NameAccipiter rhodogaster
FamilyAccipitridae
Wingspan (cm)57.5
Length (cm)33
Weight (g)200
Plumage DetailsAdults have dark grey upperparts, head, and nape, contrasting with distinctive vinous-pinkish underparts from the throat to the belly, becoming white on the undertail coverts. The cere and legs are bright yellow, and the eyes are dark. The tail is dark grey with faint darker bands.
Vocalization / CallVocalizations typically consist of a series of sharp, high-pitched 'ki-ki-ki' or 'kew-kew-kew' calls, often delivered rapidly and repeatedly, especially during the breeding season or when alarmed.
Primary Dietcarnivore
Primary Habitatsforest
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Geographic RangeThis species is endemic to the island of Sulawesi and several smaller adjacent islands (including Buton, Muna, Peleng, and the Sula Islands) in Indonesia.
Identifying FeaturesVinous-pinkish breast and belly, Dark grey upperparts, Yellow cere and legs, Relatively small size for a raptor, Short, rounded wings and long tail
Description
The Vinous-breasted Sparrowhawk is a small to medium-sized raptor characterized by its striking vinous-pinkish underparts and dark grey upperparts. It is an agile hunter, primarily preying on small birds and insects within its forest habitat. This species is endemic to Sulawesi and surrounding islands in Indonesia.
