Rufous Crab-hawk
Buteogallus aequinoctialis
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Near Threatened
Wingspan
63.2 cm
Weight
696.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Rufous Crab-hawk (Buteogallus aequinoctialis) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 63.2 cm and a weight of 696 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Near Threatened.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 63.2 cm | 24.9 in |
| Weight | 696.0 g | 24.55 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Near Threatened
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Buteogallus |
| Species | Buteogallus aequinoctialis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Buse buson |
| German | Rotbauchbussard |
| Japanese | カニクイノスリ |
| Portuguese | Gavião-do-mangue |
| Spanish | busardo-negro del Atlántico |
Distribution
Rufous Crab-hawk has been recorded in 2 countries.
Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous Crab-hawk endangered?
The Rufous Crab-hawk has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
How big is the Rufous Crab-hawk?
The Rufous Crab-hawk has a wingspan of 63.2 cm, weight of 696.0 g.
What order and family does the Rufous Crab-hawk belong to?
The Rufous Crab-hawk (Buteogallus aequinoctialis) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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