Indian Subcontinent Birds
59 bird species -: 17 Critically Endangered
Least Concern
amur falcon
Falco amurensis
Discover the Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis), a small raptor famous for its incredible long-distance migration from Siberia to Southern Africa.
28-31 cm
4,690
Birds of Prey
Andaman Serpent-eagle
Spilornis elgini
Discover the Andaman Serpent-eagle (Spilornis elgini), a rare raptor endemic to the Andaman Islands. Learn about its habitat, diet, and conservation status.
40-50 cm
1,657
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
barbary falcon
Falco peregrinus
Learn about the Barbary Falcon (Falco pelegrinoides), a swift desert raptor. Discover its habitat, diet, and unique physical traits in our expert guide.
32-41 cm
3,180
Birds of Prey
Bearded Vulture
Gypaetus barbatus
Discover the Bearded Vulture (Gypaetus barbatus), a unique bird of prey. Learn about its habitat, distinct orange-grey appearance, diet, and conservation status.
94-125 cm
1,635
Birds of Prey
Black Baza
Aviceda leuphotes
Discover the Black Baza (Aviceda leuphotes), a striking bird of prey. Learn about its unique appearance, diet, habitat, and expert tips for birdwatchers.
30-35 cm
1,531
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
black eagle
Ictinaetus malaiensis
Learn about the Black Eagle (Ictinaetus malayensis), a unique raptor of tropical Asia known for its slow canopy flight and specialized nest-raiding habits.
69-81 cm
4,383
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
black kite
Milvus migrans
Learn about the Black Kite (Milvus migrans), a versatile bird of prey known for its scavenging habits, soaring flight, and distinctive forked tail.
58-66 cm
4,699
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
black winged kite
Elanus caeruleus
Learn about the Black-winged Kite (Elanus caeruleus), a small raptor famous for its hovering flight, striking red eyes, and unique hunting behavior.
31-34 cm
5,087
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
bonellis eagle
Aquila fasciata
Learn all about the Bonelli's Eagle (Aquila fasciata). Discover its size, hunting habits, rocky habitats, and conservation status in this expert guide.
65-72 cm
2,732
Birds of Prey
Booted Eagle
Hieraaetus pennatus
Discover the Booted Eagle (Hieraaetus pennatus), a small but powerful bird of prey. Learn about its appearance, habitat, diet, and tips for birdwatchers.
45-53 cm
1,696
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
brahminy kite
Haliastur indus
Learn about the Brahminy Kite (Haliastur indus), a stunning raptor with chestnut plumage and white head found near water bodies from India to Australia.
48-48 cm
4,357
Birds of Prey
Cinereous Vulture
Aegypius monachus
Discover the Cinereous Vulture (Aegypius monachus), a massive bird of prey. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and conservation status today.
100-120 cm
1,762
Birds of Prey
Least Concern
collared falconet
Microhierax caerulescens
Discover the Collared Falconet (Microhierax caerulescens), a tiny but fierce raptor found in the forests of the Indian Subcontinent and Southeast Asia.
18-18 cm
3,171
Birds of Prey
common kestrel
Falco tinnunculus
Discover the Common Kestrel (Falco tinnunculus). Learn about its unique hovering behavior, diverse habitat, diet, and tips for birdwatchers in this guide.
31-39 cm
2,545
Birds of Prey
crested hawk eagle
Nisaetus cirrhatus
Discover the Crested Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus cirrhatus). Learn about its size, diverse plumage, forest habitat, and hunting behavior in this complete guide.
60-72 cm
2,782
Birds of Prey
crested serpent eagle
Spilornis cheela
Learn about the Crested Serpent Eagle (Spilornis cheela). Discover its habitat, snake-eating diet, physical features, and tips for birdwatchers.
55-75 cm
2,326
Birds of Prey
Eastern Imperial Eagle
Aquila heliaca
Discover the majestic Eastern Imperial Eagle (Aquila heliaca). Learn about this rare bird of prey's physical appearance, diet, habitat, and conservation status.
72-84 cm
1,736
Birds of Prey
egyptian vulture
Neophron percnopterus
Learn about the Egyptian vulture, the intelligent 'Pharaoh's chicken' known for using tools. Discover its habitat, diet, and conservation status.
60-70 cm
3,843
Birds of Prey
Eurasian Buzzard
Buteo buteo
Discover the Eurasian Buzzard (Buteo buteo), a common bird of prey. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical appearance, and expert tips for birdwatching.
40-58 cm
1,507
Birds of Prey
eurasian hobby
Falco subbuteo
Learn about the Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo), a small, agile falcon known for its incredible speed and ability to catch dragonflies in mid-air.
29-36 cm
3,418
Birds of Prey
Eurasian Sparrowhawk
Accipiter nisus
Discover the Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus), a skilled bird of prey. Learn about its appearance, hunting behavior, nesting habits, and conservation status.
28-41 cm
1,595
Birds of Prey
golden eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Learn about the majestic Golden Eagle (Aquila chrysaetos). Explore its physical traits, mountain habitats, hunting behavior, and conservation status.
66-102 cm
2,692
Birds of Prey
Great Nicobar Serpent-eagle
Spilornis klossi
Discover the Great Nicobar Serpent-eagle (Spilornis klossi). Learn about this rare raptor's physical appearance, unique habitat, diet, and conservation status.
38-42 cm
1,675
Birds of Prey
Greater Spotted Eagle
Clanga clanga
Discover the Greater Spotted Eagle (Clanga clanga). Learn about this rare bird of prey, its dark brown plumage, unique habitat, and why it is currently vulnerable.
59-71 cm
1,568
Birds of Prey