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North America
Red-tailed Hawk
Buteo jamaicensis
About this species
Native to North America, the Red-tailed Hawk thrives in grassland habitats and belongs to the Accipitridae family. It is recognised by its distinctive plumage and call.
The Red-tailed Hawk is part of the order Accipitriformes and the Accipitridae family. Its preferred habitat is grassland, where it forages, breeds, and contributes to a balanced ecosystem. With a conservation status of Least Concern, 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.
