White-tailed Hawk
Geranoaetus albicaudatus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
85.4 cm
Weight
975.3333333333334 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 85.4 cm | 33.6 in |
| Weight | 975.3333333333334 g | 34.40 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Incubation: 29-32 days. Fledging: 47-52 days.
Clutch Size
1-4
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Geranoaetus |
| Species | Geranoaetus albicaudatus |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Buse à queue blanche |
| Japanese | オジロノスリ |
| Portuguese | Gavião-de-rabo-branco |
| Vietnamese | Buteo albicaudatus |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the White-tailed Hawk endangered?
The White-tailed Hawk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the White-tailed Hawk nest?
Incubation: 29-32 days. Fledging: 47-52 days.
How big is the White-tailed Hawk?
The White-tailed Hawk has a wingspan of 85.4 cm, weight of 975.3333333333334 g.
What order and family does the White-tailed Hawk belong to?
The White-tailed Hawk (Geranoaetus albicaudatus) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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