Gray-backed Hawk

Pseudastur occidentalis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The grey-backed hawk is an Endangered species of bird of prey in subfamily Accipitrinae, the "true" hawks, of family Accipitridae. It is found in Ecuador and far northern Peru.

Fun Fact

The grey-backed hawk was traditionally placed in genus Leucopternis but following a 2006 paper, taxonomists moved it and two other species to genus Pseudastur.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Diet includes reptiles, amphibians, crabs, rodents, birds, and large insects.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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