Variable Goshawk

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The Variable Goshawk is a medium-sized raptor with a complex taxonomic history and significant plumage variation across its wide range. It's a swift and agile hunter of forest and woodland environments.

Where to spot

Found across New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and several Indonesian archipelagos. Inhabits various wooded habitats from rainforests to plantations and open woodlands.

How to spot

Look for its powerful, direct flight or for it perched quietly in the mid-story or canopy. Given its variability, pay attention to overall shape, flight style, and local plumage characteristics.

When to spot

Active throughout daylight hours, often hunting from a concealed perch within the forest. Can be observed year-round in its tropical habitat.

Where to spot

Found across New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and several Indonesian archipelagos. Inhabits various wooded habitats from rainforests to plantations and open woodlands.

How to spot

Look for its powerful, direct flight or for it perched quietly in the mid-story or canopy. Given its variability, pay attention to overall shape, flight style, and local plumage characteristics.

When to spot

Active throughout daylight hours, often hunting from a concealed perch within the forest. Can be observed year-round in its tropical habitat.

Its common name, 'Variable Goshawk,' aptly describes the wide array of plumage variations seen across its numerous subspecies, making identification challenging even for experts.

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