White-throated Hawk
Buteo albigula
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Least Concern
Wingspan
58.2 cm
Weight
478.75 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 58.2 cm | 22.9 in |
| Weight | 478.75 g | 16.89 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 40 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Buteo |
| Species | Buteo albigula |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Buse à gorge blanche |
| German | Weißkehlbussard |
| Japanese | アンデスミジカオノスリ |
| Portuguese | gavião-de-papo-branco |
| Spanish | busardo gorgiblanco |
| Turkish | Ak gerdanlı şahin |
Distribution
White-throated Hawk has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-throated Hawk endangered?
The White-throated Hawk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-throated Hawk nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 28-31 days. Fledging: 40 days.
How big is the White-throated Hawk?
The White-throated Hawk has a wingspan of 58.2 cm, weight of 478.75 g.
What order and family does the White-throated Hawk belong to?
The White-throated Hawk (Buteo albigula) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
Similar Birds
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Least Concern
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American Goshawk
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Not Evaluated
Andaman Serpent-eagle
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Vulnerable