Galápagos Hawk

Galápagos Hawk

Buteo galapagoensis

Vulnerable

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The Galápagos hawk is a large hawk endemic to most of the Galápagos Islands.

Fun Fact

They appear to be somewhat more heavily built than those well-known mainland species, and going on average weights, this species is the second heaviest Buteo in the Americas, behind only the ferruginous hawk.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to most of the Galápagos Islands.

Diet

Prey include Galapagos Doves (Zenaida galapagoensis), Galapagos Mockingbirds (Mimus parvulus), and Darwin's finches (Geospiza spp.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Degradation
  • Overexploitation
  • Invasive Species
  • Climate Change