Common Black Hawk
Buteogallus anthracinus
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<birdfyi-bird slug="buteogallus-anthracinus"></birdfyi-bird>The Common Black Hawk (Buteogallus anthracinus) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 71 cm and a weight of 958.4 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 71.0 cm | 28.0 in |
| Weight | 958.4 g | 33.81 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 38-40 days. Fledging: 41-52 days.
Clutch Size
1-3
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Buteogallus |
| Species | Buteogallus anthracinus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | باز أسود شائع |
| French | Buse noire |
| Japanese | クロノスリ |
| Portuguese | gavião-caranguejeiro-negro |
| Spanish | busardo-negro norteño |
Distribution
Common Black Hawk has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Accipitridae family