Eurasian Goshawk

The Eurasian goshawk has relatively short, broad wings and a long tail, typical for Astur species and common to raptors that require maneuverability within forest habitats. For an Astur, it has a relatively sizeable bill, relatively long wings, a relatively short tail, robust and fairly short legs and particularly thick toes. Across most of the species' range, it is blue-grey above or brownish-grey with dark barring or streaking over a grey or white base colour below, but Asian subspecies in particular range from nearly white overall to nearly black above. Voice: Eurasian goshawks normally only call during courtship or the nesting season. Adult goshawks may chatter a repeated note, varying in speed and volume based on the context. When calling from a perch, birds often turn their heads slowly from side to side, producing a ventriloquial effect.