黑鹞

分类位置

同属物种

African Marsh Harrier

African Marsh Harrier

灰鷂

Cinereous Harrier

白腹鹞

Eastern Marsh Harrier

白尾鹞

Hen Harrier

Long-winged Harrier

Long-winged Harrier

Malagasy Harrier

Malagasy Harrier

形态与习性

The black harrier (Circus maurus) is a medium-sized African harrier whose range extends from South Africa to Botswana and Namibia. It has a wingspan of 105–115 cm (41–45 in) and a body length of 44–50 cm (17–20 in). When perched, this bird appears all black. However, in flight, a white rump and flight feathers becomes visible. Its morphology is comparable to that of other harriers, with narrow wings, a slim body, and a long tail. Male and female plumages are similar, while juveniles have buff un