Bateleur
Terathopius ecaudatus
Terathopius ecaudatus
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Bateleur Terathopius ecaudatus |
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The adult bateleur is easily recognized in flight by the short tail and bright red beak, legs and feet. It is a commonly seen raptor throughout Tanzania. It hunts or scavenges a variety of prey including small birds, mammals amphibians and insects. It may sunbathe for long periods (image 10). Pairs are monogamous and may be seen roosting together (image 3). The bateleur in the image above was feeding on a reedbuck, courtesy of Paul Oliver; click the image to see slideshow. To read more, click here. |
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