Gray-lined Hawk

Gray-lined Hawk

Buteo nitidus

Least Concern

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The gray-lined hawk is a smallish raptor found in open country and forest edges. It is sometimes placed in the genus Asturina as Asturina nitida. The species has been split by the American Ornithological Society from the gray hawk. The gray-lined hawk is found from El Salvador to Argentina, as well as on the Caribbean island of Trinidad.

Fun Fact

It is sometimes placed in the genus Asturina as Asturina nitida.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in open country and forest edges.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance