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Black-collared Hawk

Black-collared Hawk

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The Black-collared Hawk is a striking medium-sized raptor of the Neotropics, characterized by its rufous body and distinct black collar. It is a highly specialized fish-eating hawk.
Where to spot
Widespread across Central and South America, from Mexico to northern Argentina. It primarily inhabits wetlands, marshes, rivers, and coastal lagoons.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive black collar and rufous body. Often seen perched low over water, waiting to plunge-dive for fish. Its calls are often loud and draw attention.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen perched on a prominent branch overlooking water or soaring over aquatic habitats. Observable year-round.
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File:Black-collared hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) adult.jpg
File:Black-collared hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) immature.JPG
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File:Black-collared Hawk (Busarellus nigricollis).jpg
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File:Black-collared Hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) (28205842443).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-collared Hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) - Flickr - Lip Kee.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-collared Hawk - Gavilán Colorado (Busarellus nigricollis nigricollis) (24243663050).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-collared Hawk - Gavilán Colorado (Busarellus nigricollis nigricollis) (24539152235).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-collared hawk (Busarellus nigricollis).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-collared hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) adult.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Black-collared hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) immature.JPG
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:Busarellus nigricollis Pantanal.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
This hawk has spiny scales on the soles of its feet, an adaptation that provides excellent grip on slippery fish, similar to ospreys and fish eagles.
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