A small hawk, the Little Banded Goshawk is common and widespread. They are also known as Shikra and their range extends into the Asian sub-Continent.

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A small hawk, the Little Banded Goshawk is common and widespread. They are also known as Shikra and their range extends into the Asian sub-Continent. They prefer open woodland to hunt.

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Location: Ruaha National Park, Tanzania
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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