Mantled Hawk

Mantled Hawk

Pseudastur polionotus

Near Threatened

Aves · Accipitriformes · Accipitridae

About

The mantled hawk is a South American species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.

Fun Fact

This hawk was formerly placed in the genus Leucopternis and was known as Leucopternis polionota or polionotus but is now classified as Pseudastur polionotus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

Prey consists primarily of smaller birds such as tanagers, trogons, doves and rufous-sided crake.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Change
  • Hunting and Collection
  • Climate Change