Himalayan Buzzard

Himalayan Buzzard

Buteo refectus

Least Concern

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The Himalayan buzzard is a medium to large bird of prey that is sometimes considered a subspecies of the widespread common buzzard. It is native to the Himalayas in Nepal, India and adjacent mountains of southern China.

Fun Fact

It was formerly given the scientific name Buteo burmanicus, but this name is now known to have been previously applied to the migratory mainland Asian subspecies of the eastern buzzard (B.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Native to the Himalayas in Nepal, India and adjacent mountains of southern China.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Human Disturbance