Grey-backed Hawk
Pseudastur occidentalis
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Vulnerable
Wingspan
69.2 cm
Weight
660.0 g
Family
Accipitridae
Order
Accipitriformes
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Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 69.2 cm | 27.2 in |
| Weight | 660.0 g | 23.28 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Vulnerable
IUCN Red List
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Family | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Pseudastur |
| Species | Pseudastur occidentalis |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| French | Buse à dos gris |
| Japanese | ハイセノスリ |
| Portuguese | Leucopternis occidentalis |
| Spanish | busardo dorsigrís |
External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Grey-backed Hawk endangered?
The Grey-backed Hawk has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
How big is the Grey-backed Hawk?
The Grey-backed Hawk has a wingspan of 69.2 cm, weight of 660.0 g.
What order and family does the Grey-backed Hawk belong to?
The Grey-backed Hawk (Pseudastur occidentalis) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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