Gavião-de-cara-preta
Leucopternis melanops
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<birdfyi-bird slug="leucopternis-melanops"></birdfyi-bird>The Gavião-de-cara-preta (Leucopternis melanops) is a bird species in the family Accipitridae (hawks, eagles & kites), within the order Accipitriformes (hawks & eagles). Recorded measurements include a wingspan of 42.2 cm and a weight of 327.2 g. The IUCN Red List classifies it as Least Concern.
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Sobre
The Black-faced Hawk is a small, compact raptor with white plumage, black-tipped wings and tail, and a distinctive black mask across the face. It inhabits humid lowland tropical forests of Amazonia, occurring in Brazil, Peru, Colombia, and adjacent countries. It hunts reptiles, frogs, large insects, and small mammals in forest interior and along rivers.
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Envergadura | 42,2 cm | 16.6 in |
| Peso | 327,25 g | 11.54 oz |
Habitat & Range
Estado de conservação
Taxonomia
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Ordem | Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles) |
| Família | Accipitridae (Hawks, Eagles & Kites) |
| Genus | Leucopternis |
| Espécies | Leucopternis melanops |
Names in Other Languages
| Language | Name |
|---|---|
| Arabic | باز أسود الوجه |
| Chinese | 黑脸南美鵟 |
| French | Buse à face noire |
| Japanese | カオグロノスリ |
| Portuguese | Gavião-de-cara-preta |
| Spanish | Busardo carinegro |
Distribution
Gavião-de-cara-preta has been recorded in 4 countries.
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Perguntas frequentes
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Similar Birds
Other species in the Accipitridae family