Madagascar Buzzard
Buteo brachypterus
Least ConcernAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
The Madagascar buzzard is a bird of prey which is endemic to Madagascar. It is a species from the widespread genus Buteo in the family Accipitridae.
Fun Fact
It can also be found on rocky hillsides up to 2300 metres above sea level.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in a wide variety of habitats including forest, open woodland and regenerating, secondary forest.
Diet
Prey including small mammals, birds, lizards, snakes, frogs, terrestrial crabs and other large arthropods.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance