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Imitator Goshawk

Accipiter imitator

Near Threatened
Wingspan
40.0 cm
Weight
233.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes

The Imitator Goshawk (Accipiter imitator) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 40 cm and a weight of 233 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.

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The Imitator Goshawk (<em>Accipiter imitator</em>) is a raptor in the family Accipitridae, the hawks, eagles, and kites. It is restricted to the Solomon Islands in the southwestern Pacific, where it occupies forest habitats on several islands in the archipelago. This species is assessed as Near Threatened by the IUCN, reflecting concerns over population viability associated with forest loss and its limited island range. Its name alludes to its resemblance to other Accipiter species. Detailed plumage and behavioral descriptions of this species are limited in the available literature. Specific data on its diet, nesting behavior, clutch size, and vocalizations have not been documented in the available records for this species.

Physical Description

Measurement Value Imperial
Wingspan 40.0 cm 15.7 in
Weight 233.0 g 8.22 oz

Habitat & Range

Conservation Status

Near Threatened
IUCN Red List

Taxonomy

Kingdom Animalia
Phylum Chordata
Class Aves
Order Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)
Family Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites)
Genus Accipiter
Species Accipiter imitator

Names in Other Languages

Language Name
French Autour imitateur
German Trughabicht
Japanese シロクロオオタカ
Spanish gavilán imitador

Distribution

Imitator Goshawk has been recorded in 1 countries.

Present Not recorded

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Imitator Goshawk endangered?
The Imitator Goshawk has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Imitator Goshawk?
The Imitator Goshawk has a wingspan of 40.0 cm, weight of 233.0 g.
What order and family does the Imitator Goshawk belong to?
The Imitator Goshawk (Accipiter imitator) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.

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