Crane Hawk
Geranospiza caerulescens
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Least Concern
Wingspan
53.8 cm
Weight
356.125 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Crane Hawk (Geranospiza caerulescens) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 53.8 cm and a weight of 356.1 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 53.8 cm | 21.2 in |
| Weight | 356.125 g | 12.56 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: HC.
Clutch Size
2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Geranospiza |
| Species | Geranospiza caerulescens |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | صقر كرين |
| Chinese | 鹤鹰 |
| French | Buse échasse |
| German | Sperberweihe |
| Japanese | セイタカノスリ |
| Korean | 두루미매 |
| Portuguese | Gavião-pernilongo |
| Russian | журавлиный ястреб |
| Spanish | azor zancón |
Distribution
Crane Hawk has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Crane Hawk endangered?
The Crane Hawk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Crane Hawk nest?
Nest type: HC.
How big is the Crane Hawk?
The Crane Hawk has a wingspan of 53.8 cm, weight of 356.125 g.
What order and family does the Crane Hawk belong to?
The Crane Hawk (Geranospiza caerulescens) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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