Tamil Nadu Birds

41 bird species    -: 3 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

4,941

Brown Grey

Birds of Prey

barbary falcon 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

3,437

Grey Buff

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

1,766

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

4,687

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

5,017

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

5,356

White Black

Birds of Prey

bonellis eagle 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

2,995

Brown White

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

1,981

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

4,662

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Cinereous Vulture 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

2,091

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

common kestrel Least Concern
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

2,887

Brown Black

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

3,092

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

2,549

Brown White

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

2,079

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

4,174

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

1,712

Brown White

Birds of Prey

Least Concern
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

3,640

Grey White

Birds of Prey

Eurasian Sparrowhawk 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

1,857

Grey White

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

1,823

Dark Brown White

Birds of Prey

Near Threatened
himalayan vulture

Gyps himalayensis

Discover the majestic Himalayan Vulture (Gyps himalayensis). Learn about its massive wingspan, high-altitude habitat, diet, and conservation status.

103-122 cm

2,703

Brown Cream

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

1,930

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

4,334

Black Brown

Birds of Prey

Near Threatened
laggar falcon

Falco jugger

Discover the Laggar Falcon (Falco jugger), a medium-sized raptor of the Indian subcontinent. Learn about its habitat, diet, behavior, and conservation needs.

43-46 cm

4,047

Brown Grey

Birds of Prey

Near Threatened
Lesser Fish-eagle

Icthyophaga humilis

Discover the Lesser Fish-eagle (Icthyophaga humilis), a fascinating bird of prey. Learn about its habitat, diet, physical traits, and conservation status today.

61-68 cm

1,773

Grey White

Birds of Prey