Rufous-thighed Kite
Harpagus diodon
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Least Concern
Wingspan
40.3 cm
Weight
187.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
The Rufous-thighed Kite (Harpagus diodon) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 40.3 cm and a weight of 187 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 40.3 cm | 15.9 in |
| Weight | 187.0 g | 6.60 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 28 days.
Clutch Size
1-2
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Harpagus |
| Species | Harpagus diodon |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | حدأة أصهب الفخذ |
| French | Milan diodon |
| German | Braunschenkelweih |
| Japanese | モモアカトビ |
| Portuguese | gavião-bombachinha |
| Spanish | milano muslirrufo |
Distribution
Rufous-thighed Kite has been recorded in 4 countries.
Present
Not recorded
countries highlighted
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Rufous-thighed Kite endangered?
The Rufous-thighed Kite has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Rufous-thighed Kite nest?
Nest type: PL. Fledging: 28 days.
How big is the Rufous-thighed Kite?
The Rufous-thighed Kite has a wingspan of 40.3 cm, weight of 187.0 g.
What order and family does the Rufous-thighed Kite belong to?
The Rufous-thighed Kite (Harpagus diodon) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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