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Where to see Little Sparrowhawk in South Africa
About the Little Sparrowhawk
The little sparrowhawk is a small, agile African raptor found mainly in woodland, savanna and areas with scattered trees. It has short, rounded wings and a relatively long tail, adaptations that allow it to manoeuvre rapidly through vegetation while hunting. It primarily preys on small birds but also takes rodents, lizards and insects. It is generally solitary or found in pairs and often hunts from concealed perches before making a rapid surprise attack.
How to identify the Little Sparrowhawk
Very small hawk with short rounded wings and a long tail. Adults have a grey upper body, barred pale underparts, yellow legs and cere, and a distinctive reddish-brown colouring on the flanks and thighs.
Did you know?
Despite its small size, the Little Sparrowhawk is an agile bird hunter capable of pursuing prey through dense woodland and vegetation.
Also known as: Sparrowhawk, Kleinsperwer
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