About the Bicolored Hawk
The bicolored hawk is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is found in forest, woodland, second growth, plantations, and wooded savanna in southeastern Mexico, Central America, and northern and central South America. Though generally uncommon, it is the most common species of Astur in most of its range, but it does not occur at altitudes above 2,700 metres (8,900 ft) such as the highest parts of the Andes.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Astur bicolor |
| Species Codes | bichaw1, BIHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bicolored Hawk belong to?
The Bicolored Hawk (Astur bicolor) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Bicolored Hawk?
The bicolored hawk is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is found in forest, woodland, second growth, plantations, and wooded savanna in southeastern Mexico, Central America, and northern and central South America. Though generally uncommon, it is the most common species of Ast...
Where can I report a Bicolored Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Bicolored Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bichaw1, or on iNaturalist.
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