Indian Subcontinent Birds

47 bird species    -: 17 Critically Endangered

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amur falcon 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

Brown Grey

Birds of Prey

Vulnerable
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

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Near Threatened
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

Grey Orange

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Black White

Birds of Prey

black eagle 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

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

black kite 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

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

black winged kite 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

White Black

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Brown White

Birds of Prey

brahminy kite 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

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Near Threatened
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

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

collared falconet 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

Black Orange

Birds of Prey

Vulnerable
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

Dark Brown Gold

Birds of Prey

Endangered
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

White Black

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Grey White

Birds of Prey

Endangered
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

Brown Grey

Birds of Prey

Vulnerable
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

Dark Brown White

Birds of Prey

grey headed fish eagle 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

Brown Grey

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Grey Brown

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Grey White

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Near Threatened
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

Brown Buff

Birds of Prey

Critically Endangered
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

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

Brown White

Birds of Prey