Accipiter henstii
Accipiter henstii
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<dinofyi-dinosaur slug="accipiter-henstii"></dinofyi-dinosaur>Accipiter henstii, Henst's Goshawk, is a large hawk endemic to Madagascar. Reaching 55-65cm in length, it is one of the island's apex avian predators, hunting lemurs, birds, and small mammals in rainforest. Currently classified as Near Threatened due to deforestation, it represents a Malagasy lineage with deep evolutionary roots.
Diet & Feeding
Accipiter henstii was a meat-eating predator. Carnivorous dinosaurs were active hunters or scavengers, equipped with sharp teeth and claws for catching and consuming prey. They occupied the top of the food chain in their ecosystems.
Discovery & Naming
| Discovery Location | Madagascar |
Quick Facts
| Diet | Carnivore |
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