Accipitridae

Sexes differ markedly in size; male smaller than the female. Very slightly forked tail, distinct pale rufous collar on hindneck, feet have very long middle toe.

Diurnal,

Woodland Forest Wetlands, Wooded country; open forest; inland waters and fringing forests. Most characteristic habitat is timbered gorges in inland and Northern australia where pools attract birds.

September to December, 2 to 4; dull white or bluish-white sometimes spotted. Incubation period 3 wks by female only, fledge in 4 wks.

Kakadu National Park

Carnivore, Small birds; mammals; reptiles; insects.