Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

Swainson's hawk is a large bird species in the Accipitriformes order. This species was named after William Swainson, a British naturalist. It is colloquially known as the grasshopper hawk or locust hawk, as it is very fond of Acrididae and will voraciously eat these insects whenever they are available.

Fun Fact

The underwings, seen as the bird soars, have light linings (leading edge) and dark flight feathers (trailing edge), a pattern unique among North American raptors.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Eat these insects whenever they are available.

Lifespan

26 years (wild)

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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