About the Ridgway's Hawk
The Ridgway's Hawk (Buteo ridgwayi) is a species of bird in the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), within the order Accipitriformes. This family contains 250 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code ridhaw1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Buteo ridgwayi |
| Species Codes | ridhaw1, RIHA |
| Conservation | CR Critically Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ridgway's Hawk belong to?
The Ridgway's Hawk (Buteo ridgwayi) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Ridgway's Hawk?
The Ridgway's Hawk is classified as "Critically Endangered" (CR) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Ridgway's Hawk?
The Ridgway's Hawk is a member of the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Ridgway's Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Ridgway's Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code ridhaw1, or on iNaturalist.
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