Gundlach's Hawk

Astur gundlachi

Data Deficient

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

Gundlach's hawk is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter. It is one of 21 endemic bird species of Cuba. The common name and Latin binomial commemorate the German-Cuban ornithologist Juan Cristobal Gundlach (1810–1896). It is threatened by habitat loss and human persecution.

Fun Fact

Gundlach's hawk feeds almost exclusively on birds.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in a variety of habitats up 800 metres (2,600 ft).

Diet

Feed on the Cuban parrot, the Cuban parakeet, and the Cuban macaw (before its extinction).

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance