Rufous-chested Sparrowhawk

Accipiter rufiventris

The Rufous-chested Sparrowhawk is a small bird of prey found in sub-Saharan Africa. It is known for its distinctive rufous chest and barred underparts. This bird of prey is often observed hunting in wooded savannas and forest edges, using its agile flight to pursue small birds and insects. The Rufous-chested Sparrowhawk is an adept hunter, using stealth and surprise to capture its prey. It builds its nest in tall trees and lays a clutch of 2-4 eggs. This species is not currently considered to be globally threatened.

Habitat: Wooded savannas and forest edges