Meyer's Goshawk
Meyer's Goshawk
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Meyer's Goshawk is a large and powerful raptor endemic to New Guinea and its surrounding islands. It is a specialist of dense tropical rainforests, a formidable predator in its habitat.
Where to spot
Found in New Guinea and several nearby archipelagos (e.g., Bismarck, Solomon Islands). It primarily inhabits tropical moist lowland and montane forests.
How to spot
Scan the sky above large tracts of forest for soaring individuals. When perched, it can be well-camouflaged, so look for its robust shape and listen for its calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen soaring above the canopy or hunting within the mid-story. Observable year-round in its tropical range.
Where to spot
Found in New Guinea and several nearby archipelagos (e.g., Bismarck, Solomon Islands). It primarily inhabits tropical moist lowland and montane forests.
How to spot
Scan the sky above large tracts of forest for soaring individuals. When perched, it can be well-camouflaged, so look for its robust shape and listen for its calls.
When to spot
Active during daylight hours, often seen soaring above the canopy or hunting within the mid-story. Observable year-round in its tropical range.
This goshawk preys on larger forest birds and small mammals, showcasing its strength and hunting prowess despite the challenging, dense environment it inhabits.
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