Indian Subcontinent Birds
47 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
4,157
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
1,173
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
1,114
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
1,045
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
3,944
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
4,156
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
4,652
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
1,185
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
3,781
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
1,145
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
2,660
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
1,198
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
3,323
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
1,062
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
1,120
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
1,165
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
1,144
Birds of Prey
Near Threatened
grey headed fish eagle
Icthyophaga ichthyaetus
Learn about the Grey-headed Fish Eagle (lcthyophanga ichthyaetus). A detailed guide on its physical traits, specialized fish-hunting diet, and forest habitat.
69-74 cm
3,210
Birds of Prey
griffon vulture
Gyps fulvus
Discover the majestic Griffon Vulture (Gyps fulvus). Learn about its massive wingspan, scavenger diet, mountain habitats, and unique breeding behaviors.
95-105 cm
3,052
Birds of Prey
Hen Harrier
Circus cyaneus
Discover the Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus), a striking bird of prey. Learn about its appearance, habitat, hunting behavior, and conservation status in this guide.
44-52 cm
1,080
Birds of Prey
Himalayan Buzzard
Buteo refectus
Discover the Himalayan Buzzard (Buteo refectus), a magnificent bird of prey. Learn about its habitat, physical appearance, hunting habits, and conservation status.
45-54 cm
1,069
Birds of Prey
Indian Spotted Eagle
Clanga hastata
Discover the Indian Spotted Eagle (Clanga hastata). Learn about this rare bird of prey, its unique physical appearance, habitat, diet, and conservation status.
59-67 cm
1,129
Birds of Prey
indian vulture
Gyps indicus
Discover the Indian Vulture (Gyps indicus). Learn about its habitat, diet of carrion, and the critical conservation efforts to save this endangered scavenger.
89-103 cm
3,587
Birds of Prey
Jerdons Baza
Aviceda jerdoni
Discover the Jerdon's Baza (Aviceda jerdoni), a unique bird of prey. Learn about its size, physical appearance, habitat, and expert birdwatching tips.
41-48 cm
1,127
Birds of Prey