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Gray Hawk

Buteo plagiatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Accipitriformes ›Family: Accipitridae ›Genus: Buteo

About

The gray hawk (Buteo plagiatus) or Mexican goshawk is a smallish raptor found in open country and forest edges. It is sometimes placed in the genus Asturina as Asturina plagiata. The species was recently split by the American Ornithologists' Union (AOU) from the gray-lined hawk. The gray hawk is found from Costa Rica north into the southwestern United States.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gray Hawk?
The scientific name of Gray Hawk is Buteo plagiatus.
What is the conservation status of Gray Hawk?
The Gray Hawk has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Gray Hawk belong to?
Gray Hawk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Gray Hawk belong to?
Gray Hawk belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Gray Hawk belong to?
Gray Hawk belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Gray Hawk belong to?
Gray Hawk belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Gray Hawk belong to?
Gray Hawk belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Gray Hawk belong to?
Gray Hawk belongs to the genus Buteo.