The Pale Chanting Goshawk is a medium-sized raptor found in southern Africa, characterized by its pale grey plumage and distinctive musical calls. It is a terrestrial hunter, specializing in reptiles and insects in arid environments.
Where to spot
Arid and semi-arid savannas and karoo scrub in southern Africa (South Africa, Namibia, Botswana).
How to spot
Look for its very pale grey plumage (almost white on the belly and rump), black wingtips, and reddish legs and cere. Listen for its distinctive, flute-like calls, which are very characteristic and easy to recognize.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight. Often seen perched on poles, fences, or trees in open country, making it relatively easy to spot.
Where to spot
Arid and semi-arid savannas and karoo scrub in southern Africa (South Africa, Namibia, Botswana).
How to spot
Look for its very pale grey plumage (almost white on the belly and rump), black wingtips, and reddish legs and cere. Listen for its distinctive, flute-like calls, which are very characteristic and easy to recognize.
When to spot
Year-round, active during daylight. Often seen perched on poles, fences, or trees in open country, making it relatively easy to spot.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species often follows large mammals or fires to catch prey disturbed by them, demonstrating an opportunistic hunting strategy.
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