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North America
Common Hawk
Hieraaetus platypterus
About this species
Native to North America, the Common Hawk thrives in forest habitats and belongs to the Accipitridae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Common Hawk is part of the order Accipitriformes and the Accipitridae family. Its preferred habitat is forest, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Near Threatened, this species offers an excellent window into the broader biodiversity of North America.
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Similar species
Other birds in the Accipitridae family and Accipitriformes order.
