Type:
The smallest of Australia’s raptors (apart from male Collared Sparrowhawk). Fairly common around farmlands and may be seen hovering while searching for mice, insects, small birds and reptiles.
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Wingspan:
~ 72cm
Body Length:
~ 33cm
Weight:
Male: ~ 1000g
Female: ~ 1200g
In the spirit of reconciliation, Australian Raptor Care and Conservation Inc acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today. We recognise and appreciate the traditional significance and cultural roles birds of prey play in the lives of our First Nations people.