Least Concern
Hawk (Red-tailed)
Buteo jamaicensis
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About
The red-tailed hawk is a large bird of prey known for its distinctive red tail and broad, rounded wings. They are one of the most common and widespread hawks in North America and are often seen soaring over open areas searching for prey. Red-tailed hawks are important apex predators in their ecosystems.
Habitat
Forests, deserts, and urban areas of North America
Diet
Carnivorous - small mammals, birds, and reptiles
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Fun Facts
- Red-tailed hawks can spot prey from a distance of over a mile away.
- They have excellent hearing and can locate prey under snow or vegetation.
- Red-tailed hawks mate for life and return to the same nesting site each year.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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