African little sparrowhawk
bird
Also known as: Accipiter minullus
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The African little sparrowhawk (Accipiter minullus) is a small bird of prey found in the woods of East and South Africa. It belongs to the genus Accipiter, which includes other sparrowhawks and goshawks, often referred to as "true hawks". These birds typically prey on small birds, such as sparrows, as well as small mammals and insects. The African little sparrowhawk is characterized by its slate-gray upperparts with white tail bars and white underparts that are barred.12
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