Long-legged Buzzard vs Mississippi Kite
Buteo rufinus compared with Ictinia mississippiensis
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Long-legged Buzzard | Mississippi Kite |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Buteo rufinus | Ictinia mississippiensis |
| Order | Accipitriformes | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae | Accipitridae |
| Conservation Status | Least Concern | Least Concern |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 89.5 cm (35.2 in) | 58.4 cm (23.0 in) |
| Weight | 1144.0 g (40.35 oz) | 276.0 g (9.74 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2-4 | 2 |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Shared Habitats
None
Long-legged Buzzard only
Mississippi Kite only
Conservation Status
Least Concern
Long-legged Buzzard
Least Concern