American Goshawk
Astur atricapillus
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Not Evaluated
Poids
963,0 g
Famille
Accipitridae
Ordre
Accipitriformes
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À propos
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.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Poids | 963,0 g | 33.97 oz |
Habitat & Range
Comportement et reproduction
Nidification
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 28-32 days. Fledging: 34-35 days.
Taille de la couvée
2-4
Taxonomie
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordre | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Famille | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Astur |
| Espèces | Astur atricapillus |
External Databases
Foire aux questions
How does the American Goshawk nest?
Nest type: CP. Incubation: 28-32 days. Fledging: 34-35 days.
How big is the American Goshawk?
The American Goshawk has a weight of 963.0 g.
What order and family does the American Goshawk belong to?
The American Goshawk (Astur atricapillus) belongs to the order Accipitriformes and the family Accipitridae.
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