Red-shouldered Hawk
Buteo lineatus
Physical Characteristics
Size
15-19 inches
Wingspan
37-42 inches
Weight
1.2-1.5 lbs
Plumage
Brown above with rusty shoulders, barred rusty breast, black and white checkered wings
Distinctive Features
Brown above with rusty shoulders
Natural History & Behavior
🌳 Habitat
Deciduous forests near water
🍽️ Diet
Small mammals, amphibians, reptiles
🦅 Behavior
Soars with wings pushed forward, calls from prominent perches
🗺️ Migration Pattern
Mostly resident, some short-distance migration
🎵 Sounds
Whistled 'kee-rah
🛡️ Conservation Status
Least Concern
Fun Facts
Red-shouldered Hawks have adapted well to their environment
Conservation status: Least Concern
Average size: 15-19 inches
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Red-shouldered Hawk sound like?
Red-shouldered Hawks make Whistled 'kee-rah'. These vocalizations are used for communication, territory defense, and attracting mates.
Where do Red-shouldered Hawks live?
Red-shouldered Hawks inhabit deciduous forests near water. Mostly resident, some short-distance migration
What do Red-shouldered Hawks eat?
The diet of Red-shouldered Hawks consists primarily of small mammals, amphibians, reptiles. They forage using various techniques depending on their habitat.
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