About the Gray-backed Hawk
The grey-backed hawk is a Vulnerable species of bird of prey in subfamily Accipitrinae, the "true" hawks, of family Accipitridae. It is found in Ecuador and far northern Peru.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Pseudastur occidentalis |
| Species Codes | gybhaw2, GBHA |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-backed Hawk belong to?
The Gray-backed Hawk (Pseudastur occidentalis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Gray-backed Hawk?
The Gray-backed Hawk is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Gray-backed Hawk?
The grey-backed hawk is a Vulnerable species of bird of prey in subfamily Accipitrinae, the \"true\" hawks, of family Accipitridae. It is found in Ecuador and far northern Peru....
Where can I report a Gray-backed Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-backed Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gybhaw2, or on iNaturalist.
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