Forest Buzzard
Buteo trizonatus
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
69.2 cm
Weight
623.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Forest Buzzard (Buteo trizonatus) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 69.2 cm and a weight of 623 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 69.2 cm | 27.2 in |
| Weight | 623.0 g | 21.98 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30 days. Fledging: 45-55 days.
Clutch Size
2-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Buteo |
| Species | Buteo trizonatus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Buse forestière |
| German | Kapbussard |
| Japanese | モリノスリ |
| Portuguese | bútio-da-floresta |
Distribution
Forest Buzzard has been recorded in 1 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Forest Buzzard endangered?
The Forest Buzzard has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How does the Forest Buzzard nest?
Nest type: PL. Incubation: 30 days. Fledging: 45-55 days.
How big is the Forest Buzzard?
The Forest Buzzard has a wingspan of 69.2 cm, weight of 623.0 g.
What order and family does the Forest Buzzard belong to?
The Forest Buzzard (Buteo trizonatus) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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