Forest Buzzard
Buteo trizonatus
Conservation Status
Near ThreatenedAves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae
About
The forest buzzard is a species of bird of prey found in Africa, though some authorities have placed it as a subspecies of another species, the mountain buzzard, Buteo oreophilus. This is a resident breeding species in woodlands in southern and eastern South Africa.
Fun Fact
This is a resident breeding species in woodlands in southern and eastern South Africa.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Inhabits evergreen woodlands, including introduced eucalyptus and pines, whereas the steppe buzzard prefers more open habitats.
Diet
Preying on small mammals, birds up to the size of a turaco or a francolin, snakes, lizards, frogs, grasshoppers, wasps, beetles and scorpions.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Hunting and Collection
- Climate Change
External Data Sources
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