Bicolored hawk

Accipiter bicolor

The bicolored hawk (Astur bicolor) is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.

Family: Accipitridae Order: Accipitriformes Conservation: Least Concern
Bicolored hawk

About the Bicolored hawk

The bicolored hawk (Astur bicolor) is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is found in forest, woodland, second growth, plantations, and wooded savanna in southeastern Mexico, Central America, and northern and central South America (as far south as northern Argentina). Though generally uncommon, it is the most common species of Astur in most of its range, but it does not occur at altitudes above 2,700 metres (8,900 ft) such as the highest parts of the Andes.

Fun Facts About Bicolored hawk

  • Though generally uncommon, it is the most common species of Astur in most of its range, but it does not occur at altitudes above 2,700 metres (8,900 ft) such as the highest parts of the Andes.
  • The bicolored hawk (Astur bicolor) is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.

Conservation Status

The Bicolored hawk is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.

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Taxonomy & Classification

OrderAccipitriformes
FamilyAccipitridae
GenusAccipiter
SpeciesAccipiter bicolor

Range & Habitat

Range map of Bicolored hawk

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Related Species

Other species in the Accipitridae family: