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Shikra

Tachyspiza badia

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Accipitriformes ›Family: Accipitridae ›Genus: Tachyspiza

About

The shikra (Tachyspiza badia) is a small bird of prey in the family Accipitridae found widely distributed in Asia and Africa where it is also called the little banded goshawk. The African forms may represent a separate species but have usually been considered as subspecies of the shikra. The shikra is very similar in appearance, as well as behavior, at least to some degree, to other species including the Chinese sparrowhawk (Accipiter soloensis), Eurasian goshawk (Astur

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Shikra?
The scientific name of Shikra is Tachyspiza badia.
What is the conservation status of Shikra?
The Shikra has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Shikra belong to?
Shikra belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Shikra belong to?
Shikra belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Shikra belong to?
Shikra belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Shikra belong to?
Shikra belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Shikra belong to?
Shikra belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Shikra belong to?
Shikra belongs to the genus Tachyspiza.