ARKive - African hobby - Falco cuvierii- species related by habitat

Species that live in a similar habitat to the African hobby (Falco cuvierii)

Red-headed woodpecker (Melanerpes erythrocephalus)
As its common name suggests, the red-headed woodpecker (Melanerpes erythrocephalus) can be instantly recognised by its bright red head. The... More 17 Images 1 Video
African giant shrew (Crocidura olivieri)
The aptly named African giant shrew is one of the largest shrews in the world. Like most shrews, it has a mouse- or rat-shaped body with a... More 1 Image 0 videos
Wild boar (Sus scrofa)
Information on the wild boar is currently being researched and written is currently being researched and written and will appear here... More 55 Images 0 videos
Tantalus monkey (Chlorocebus tantalus)
Information on the tantalus monkey (Chlorocebus tantalus) is being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 5 Images 0 videos
Bridled white-eye (Zosterops conspicillatus)
Information on the bridled white-eye is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 4 Images 1 Video
Vervet (Chlorocebus pygerythrus)
One of the characteristic primates of the African savanna, the vervet is a medium-sized monkey with greyish to yellowish- or reddish-green... More 42 Images 0 videos
Blue-and-yellow tanager (Thraupis bonariensis)
The blue-and-yellow tanager is one of the most colourful small birds within its range and the most boldly coloured of the Thraupis species... More 8 Images 1 Video
Golden jackal (Canis aureus)
The golden jackal (Canis aureus) is a slender, medium-sized canid with long legs, a long, pointed muzzle, and a relatively short, bushy tail... More 34 Images 0 videos
Marabou stork (Leptoptilos crumeniferus)
With its huge, ungainly stature, balding pink head and enormous wedge-shaped bill, it is easy to see why many consider the Marabou stork to... More 55 Images 0 videos
Iago sparrow (Passer iagoensis)
A rather attractive small sparrow, the male Iago sparrow has a black or blackish-grey crown, forehead and eyestripe, a small patch of white... More 3 Images 1 Video
Southern plains gray langur (Semnopithecus dussumieri)
Information on the southern plains gray langur is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 60 Images 5 Videos
Eastern olivaceous warbler (Hippolais pallida)
The eastern olivaceous warbler is a predominantly greyish-brown warbler with a fairly long, pointed beak, a narrow, square-ended tail, and a... More 8 Images 1 Video
Laughing dove (Stigmatopelia senegalensis)
The laughing dove (Stigmatopelia senegalensis) gets its name from its particularly characteristic call, which sounds like human laughter... More 12 Images 2 Videos
Burrowing owl (Athene cunicularia)
The burrowing owl is a small-bodied species, with a round head lacking ear tufts, striking lemon yellow eyes and unusually long legs. The... More 43 Images 8 Videos
Blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla)
A common and widespread warbler, the blackcap (Sylvia atricapilla) is named for the male’s distinctive black cap, which contrasts with the... More 30 Images 2 Videos
Eurasian hobby (Falco subbuteo)
The Eurasian hobby is a small, slender falcon with a relatively long, square tail, and long, scythe-like wings, giving it the appearance of... More 23 Images 4 Videos
Java sparrow (Padda oryzivora)
The striking plumage of the Java sparrow has resulted in this bird being one of the few globally threatened species which have actually... More 3 Images 1 Video
Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)
One of the fastest species in the world, the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may reach speeds of up to 250 kilometres per hour (155... More 43 Images 11 Videos
Painted honeyeater (Grantiella picta)
The painted honeyeater is a small, rare bird, noted for the bright flashes of yellow that decorate the wing and tail edges. The rest of the... More 10 Images 0 videos
Ashy drongo (Dicrurus leucophaeus)
A magnificent flier, the ashy drongo (Dicrurus leucophaeus) is an agile and highly mobile bird, executing remarkable twists and turns in the... More 8 Images 0 videos
Indian cobra (Naja naja)
Information on the Indian cobra is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 20 Images 2 Videos
Red-headed vulture (Sarcogyps calvus)
With its striking, bare, red head and jet-black body, the red-headed vulture is unmistakable among vulture species. Despite being a... More 16 Images 2 Videos
Little sparrowhawk (Accipiter minullus)
Aptly named for its tiny size, the little sparrowhawk is also readily distinguished by the two white spots on the upperside of its central... More 6 Images 0 videos
Common scarlet-darter (Crocothemis erythraea)
Information on the common scarlet-darter is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 9 Images 0 videos
Crassocephalum (Crassocephalum bauchiense)
Information on Crassocephalum bauchiense is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 1 Image 0 videos
Eurasian golden oriole (Oriolus oriolus)
With its bright yellow plumage, the Eurasian golden oriole (Oriolus oriolus) is an incredibly striking bird. On the male Eurasian golden... More 21 Images 1 Video
Red-fronted gazelle (Eudorcas rufifrons)
Information on the red-fronted gazelle is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 4 Images 0 videos
Pygmy anteater (Cyclopes didactylus)
Information on the pygmy anteater is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 18 Images 2 Videos
Olive-shouldered parrot (Aprosmictus jonquillaceus)
Information on the olive-shouldered parrot is currently being researched and written and will appear here shortly... More 3 Images 0 videos
Mexican redrump tarantula (Brachypelma vagans)
This species’ attractive appearance and usually docile nature make it one of the most popular pets for tarantula enthusiasts. The Mexican... More 3 Images 2 Videos

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