Species Details

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Northern harrier

Circus cyaneus

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Males are grey with white underparts and vent, while females can be distinguished from other harriers by streaked thighs and vent.

Abundance
Rare

Chinese Name
白尾鹞

Malay Name
Burung Helang Sawah Kelabu

Tamil name
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