American Goshawk vs Long-legged Buzzard
Astur atricapillus compared with Buteo rufinus
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | American Goshawk | Long-legged Buzzard |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Astur atricapillus | Buteo rufinus |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Not Evaluated | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | — | 89.5 cm (35.2 in) |
| Weight | 963.0 g (33.97 oz) | 1144.0 g (40.35 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2-4 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Not Evaluated
American Goshawk
Least Concern
Long-legged Buzzard
About These Birds
American Goshawk
The American Goshawk is a powerful accipiter weighing around 963 g, hunting birds and mammals in mature boreal and montane forests of North America. Its broad wings and long tail allow agile pursuit through dense forest, making it a formidable apex avian predator.