Where to spot
Breeds in Northeast Asia (Japan, China, Korea) and winters in Southeast Asia and parts of Indonesia. Found in woodlands, forests, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
During migration, look for soaring or direct flight, often in groups. In its breeding or wintering habitats, scan forest edges or open woodlands, and listen for its sharp calls.
When to spot
During spring and autumn migration, it is best observed. In breeding areas, during daylight hours from late spring to early autumn. In wintering grounds, from autumn to spring.
Where to spot
Breeds in Northeast Asia (Japan, China, Korea) and winters in Southeast Asia and parts of Indonesia. Found in woodlands, forests, and cultivated areas.
How to spot
During migration, look for soaring or direct flight, often in groups. In its breeding or wintering habitats, scan forest edges or open woodlands, and listen for its sharp calls.
When to spot
During spring and autumn migration, it is best observed. In breeding areas, during daylight hours from late spring to early autumn. In wintering grounds, from autumn to spring.
During migration, Japanese Sparrowhawks can be observed in large numbers, particularly at coastal watchpoints, making them a spectacle for birdwatchers interested in raptor migration.
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