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Sparrowhawk, Little

Roberts No: 157

A tiny, plump looking, short tailed, short legged sparrowhawk, the size of a small dove. Normally remains within dense cover. Bold and aggressive for its size.

Family Name:
Accipter minullus
Common Name:
Sparrowhawk, Little
Size:
23 to 28 cm
Status:
Resident
Food:
mainly small birds and Laughing Doves. Sometimes small mammals, lizards and large insects.