The Crested Honey Buzzard is a medium-sized bird of prey known for its specialized diet of honeycombs and bee larvae. It is primarily inhabits forested habitats, including both evergreen and deciduous forests. It is known for its unique feeding behavior, as it specializes in extracting honeycombs and feeding on bee larvae. Unlike other birds of prey, the Crested Honey Buzzard has a relatively weak beak and talons, which are adapted for this specific diet. The buzzard can often be observed gliding through the forest canopy, searching for beehives or feeding on the ground.