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File:White-eyed Buzzard (Butastur teesa) in Kawal WS, AP W IMG 2038.jpg

White-eyed Buzzard

White-eyed Buzzard

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The White-eyed Buzzard is a medium-sized raptor of the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, named for its striking pale eyes. It is often seen soaring or perching in open woodlands.
Where to spot
Found in the Indian subcontinent and parts of Southeast Asia. It inhabits open woodlands, cultivated areas with scattered trees, and savannas.
How to spot
Look for its distinctive pale eyes. Often seen perched on exposed branches or soaring gracefully. Listen for its characteristic cat-like mewing calls, often given in flight.
When to spot
Active throughout the day, often seen soaring high on thermals or perched prominently. Most active in the morning and late afternoon. Observable year-round.
File:White-eyed Buzzard (Butastur teesa) in Kawal WS, AP W IMG 2038.jpg
File:White-eyed Buzzard - Butastur teesa DSC05140.jpg
File:White-eyed Buzzard Butastur teesa by Raju Kasambe DSCN3886 01.jpg
File:White-eyed Buzzard Butastur teesa by Raju Kasambe DSCN3886 04.jpg
File:White-eyed Buzzard Butastur teesa by Raju Kasambe DSCN3886 05.jpg
File:White-eyed buzzard (Butastur teesa).jpg
File:White-eyed Buzzard (Butastur teesa) in Kawal WS, AP W IMG 2038.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-eyed Buzzard - Butastur teesa DSC05140.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-eyed Buzzard Butastur teesa by Raju Kasambe DSCN3886 01.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-eyed Buzzard Butastur teesa by Raju Kasambe DSCN3886 04.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-eyed Buzzard Butastur teesa by Raju Kasambe DSCN3886 05.jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
File:White-eyed buzzard (Butastur teesa).jpg
Credits: Wikimedia Commons
The pale, often whitish or yellowish, eyes of this buzzard are a very distinctive field mark, contrasting sharply with its darker plumage and making it stand out from other raptors.
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