Northern Harrier
Circus hudsonius
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Least Concern
Wingspan
72.2 cm
Weight
470.5 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 72.2 cm | 28.4 in |
| Weight | 470.5 g | 16.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 30-32 days. Fledging: 46-66 days.
Clutch Size
3-7
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Circus |
| Species | Circus hudsonius |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | مرزة شمالية |
| Chinese | 北鹞 |
| French | Busard des marais |
| German | Hudsonweihe |
| Japanese | アメリカチュウヒ |
| Portuguese | tartaranhão-azulado |
| Russian | Американский лунь |
| Spanish | aguilucho de Hudson |
| Turkish | Amerika tuygunu |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Northern Harrier endangered?
The Northern Harrier has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Northern Harrier nest?
Incubation: 30-32 days. Fledging: 46-66 days.
How big is the Northern Harrier?
The Northern Harrier has a wingspan of 72.2 cm, weight of 470.5 g.
What order and family does the Northern Harrier belong to?
The Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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