Hawks and Eagles in Benin

Learn about 6 birds from the Hawks and Eagles family (Accipitridae) found in Benin. Includes 5 regular species and 1 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Booted Eagle

Booted Eagle

Hieraaetus pennatus

Least Concern
Egyptian Vulture

Egyptian Vulture

Neophron percnopterus

Endangered
European Honey-buzzard

European Honey-buzzard

Pernis apivorus

Least Concern
Montagu's Harrier

Montagu's Harrier

Circus pygargus

Least Concern
Western Marsh-harrier

Western Marsh-harrier

Circus aeruginosus

Least Concern

Vagrant Accipitridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Crowned Eagle

Crowned Eagle

Stephanoaetus coronatus

Near Threatened

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