Swainson's hawk
Buteo swainsoni
About the Swainson's hawk
The Swainson's hawk (Buteo swainsoni) is a species of bird in the family Accipitridae of the order Accipitriformes.
Fun Facts About Swainson's hawk
- The Swainson's hawk (Buteo swainsoni) is a species of bird in the family Accipitridae of the order Accipitriformes.
- The Swainson's hawk (Buteo swainsoni) can be found across a variety of habitats.
Conservation Status
The Swainson's hawk is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. This species is currently stable and not at significant risk of population decline.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Accipitridae |
| Genus | Buteo |
| Species | Buteo swainsoni |
Range & Habitat
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