This Augur buzzard sits high up - and has a wonderful view over the area. In typical adult plumage, it has a blackish back, whitish underside and a short, orange-red tail. However, within the species there are large color variations depending on age and geography. It is relatively common in several parts of central and southern Africa. This is a species that lives in mountains (most common at around 2,000 m altitude, but can occur up to 5,000 m), and on adjacent savannah and grasslands. The Augur buzzard is a typical generalist that catches everything from small mammals to reptiles and birds.