Requirus

Requirus is a genus of small to medium-sized birds of prey found in the Americas. The genus includes two species, the requirus (Requirus requirus) and the white-tailed requirus (Requirus albicaudatus). Both species are known for their distinctive appearance, with a long, narrow tail and a distinctive call.

The requirus is a medium-sized bird of prey, with a length of about 25-30 centimeters and a wingspan of about 60-70 centimeters. It has a brownish-gray plumage, with a white rump and tail. The white-tailed requirus is slightly larger, with a length of about 30-35 centimeters and a wingspan of about 70-80 centimeters. It has a similar plumage to the requirus, but with a white tail that is longer and more distinct.

Both species of requirus are found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and deserts. They are typically solitary birds, and are known for their distinctive call, which is a series of loud, rasping notes.

Requirus are omnivorous, feeding on a variety of small animals, including insects, reptiles, and small mammals. They are also known to feed on fruits and seeds. Requirus are typically solitary birds, and are known for their distinctive call, which is a series of loud, rasping notes.