Gundlach's hawk
Accipiter gundlachi
Gundlach's hawk (Astur gundlachi) is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.
About the Gundlach's hawk
Gundlach's hawk (Astur gundlachi) is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter. It is one of 21 endemic bird species of Cuba. The common name and Latin binomial commemorate the German-Cuban ornithologist Juan Cristobal Gundlach (1810–1896). It is threatened by habitat loss and human persecution.
Fun Facts About Gundlach's hawk
- It is threatened by habitat loss and human persecution.
- It is one of 21 endemic bird species of Cuba.
- The common name and Latin binomial commemorate the German-Cuban ornithologist Juan Cristobal Gundlach (1810–1896).
Conservation Status
The Gundlach's hawk is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List. This species is at significant risk of extinction and requires active conservation efforts.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae |
| Genus | Accipiter |
| Species | Accipiter gundlachi |
Range & Habitat
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