A distinctively shaped, medium-sized raptor with broad, almost paddle-shaped wings, a long, broad tail, long legs, and a thin, hooked bill.
Relative Size
Larger than a Mississippi Kite, smaller than an Osprey.


Measurements
- Male
- Length: 14.2-15.3 in (36-39 cm)
- Weight: 12.7-15.5 oz (360-440 g)
- Wingspan: 42.9-45.7 in (109-116 cm)
- Female