Rufous-tailed Hawk
Rufous-tailed Hawk
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The Rufous-tailed Hawk is a large, robust raptor found in the temperate forests of southern South America. It is recognized by its broad, reddish-brown tail.
Where to spot
Temperate and subalpine forests of Chile and Argentina, particularly in Patagonia.
How to spot
Look for its large size, overall dark plumage, and a broad, rufous (reddish-brown) tail, often with a thin subterminal band. Observe it soaring over forests or perched on prominent snags.
When to spot
Year-round resident, active during the day.
Where to spot
Temperate and subalpine forests of Chile and Argentina, particularly in Patagonia.
How to spot
Look for its large size, overall dark plumage, and a broad, rufous (reddish-brown) tail, often with a thin subterminal band. Observe it soaring over forests or perched on prominent snags.
When to spot
Year-round resident, active during the day.
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
Credits:
Wikimedia Commons
This species is sometimes considered a subspecies of the Red-tailed Hawk (*Buteo jamaicensis*) due to similarities in appearance and calls, but it is typically recognized as a distinct species primarily found in Chile and Argentina.
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