Buteos
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Buteos
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Buteos are large birds of prey that soar gracefully in the sky. They have strong wings and keen eyesight to spot their next meal from high above.
Habitat: Forests, grasslands, and open areas
Appearance
The Buteos are medium to large raptors with robust bodies, broad wings, and short, wide tails. Their plumage often features rich browns, rufous tones, and pale undersides, with some species having distinct belly bands or dark wing linings.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumBrachiopodaClassAvesOrderAccipitriformesFamilyAccipitridaeGenusButeo
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
A Buteo can spot a mouse wiggling from over a mile away!
Some Buteos eat mostly insects, even large grasshoppers and crickets.
Their piercing 'kree-eee-ar' call is often used in movies!
They build huge stick nests, sometimes reusing them for many years!
Special abilities
Ability
Thermal Riding
Buteos can soar effortlessly on rising warm air currents because of their broad wings, saving energy during hunts and migrations.
Ability
Sharp-eyed Hunter
Buteos have incredible eyesight that helps them spot tiny prey, like mice, from hundreds of feet in the air.
Ability
Powerful Talons
Buteos have strong, curved talons that help them grip and carry prey much heavier than themselves.
Ability
Agile Flight
Buteos can maneuver quickly in the air using their broad tails to steer, helping them chase prey through varied terrain.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 40-70 cm
- Wingspan
- 100-160 cm
- Weight
- 0.7-2.5 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-20 years
- Top Speed
- 190 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 1-5
- Incubation
- 28-35 days
- Migration Distance
- 6000 km
Diet & Feeding
These birds are skilled hunters, mostly eating small animals they catch with their powerful claws.
Primary Foods
- Rodents
- Small birds
- Reptiles
- Large insects
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
hunts
Meadow Vole
Microtus pennsylvanicus
A common and essential food source.
hunts
Northern Bobwhite
Colinus virginianus
Frequently targeted by Buteos in open fields.
shelters
Northern Red Oak
Quercus rubra
Often chosen for sturdy nesting platforms.
eaten by
Great Horned Owl
Bubo virginianus
Preys on Buteo eggs and young.
Traits
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
Buteo HawksBuzzardsHawks
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always observe birds from a distance to avoid disturbing them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Buteos?
40-70 cm
What is Buteos's wingspan?
100-160 cm
How much does Buteos weigh?
0.7-2.5 kg
How long does Buteos live?
10-20 years
How fast can Buteos move?
190 km/h
What does Buteos eat?
These birds are skilled hunters, mostly eating small animals they catch with their powerful claws.
Where is Buteos usually found?
Forests, grasslands, and open areas
How does Buteos hunt?
Ambush
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