African Harrier Hawk.
12th February 2026
A widespread and adaptable raptor found in tropical regions of West Africa becoming less common in the east of the country.
An unusual trait of this species is the double-jointed ankles it possesses, which enable it to reach into otherwise inaccessible holes and cracks for prey. It also has the ability to climb using its legs and feet as well as its wings.
The African Harrier Hawk is also uncommonly omnivorous, eating the fruit of the Oil Palm tree as well as hunting small vertebrates.
An unusual trait of this species is the double-jointed ankles it possesses, which enable it to reach into otherwise inaccessible holes and cracks for prey. It also has the ability to climb using its legs and feet as well as its wings.
The African Harrier Hawk is also uncommonly omnivorous, eating the fruit of the Oil Palm tree as well as hunting small vertebrates.