StatusNative
RarityUncommon
Height40 cm
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"During the breeding season, Pacific Bazas perform spectacular aerial displays, including undulating flights, V-shaped wing postures, and even somersaults and lateral rolls as part of their courtship rituals."
Field Guide
Pacific Baza
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The Pacific Baza (Aviceda subcristata), also known as the Crested Hawk, is a slender, medium-sized raptor found across northern and eastern Australia, as well as parts of Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands. Recognisable by its prominent crest and large yellow eyes, the Pacific Baza is a canopy hunter often found in woodlands, forests and even suburban parks.
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