This article was originally published on Critter Science.

The black kite, aka fire kite, is believed to be the world’s most abundant species of Accipitridae (hawks, eagles, kites, harriers, and Old World vultures). They can be found throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and Australia. They face the threats of habitat loss and destruction at the hands of residential and […]

Thanks for reading! Follow Critterman for more updates and insights.

This article was originally published on Critter Science.

The bicolored hawk, while relatively uncommon, can be seen from southeastern Mexico, to Central America, and throughout much of South America. They can be found at elevations of up to 8,900 feet. These hawks face the threats of habitat loss and destruction at the hands of farming, ranching, logging, residential, […]

Thanks for reading! Follow Critterman for more updates and insights.

This article was originally published on Critter Science.

The grey falcon is most likely the rarest falcon species in Australia. These beautiful birds of prey face the threats of habitat loss and destruction at the hands of farming and ranching; hunting; trapping; invasive species; competition with native species; land pollution; water pollution; poisoning, from DDT; and climate change, […]

Thanks for reading! Follow Critterman for more updates and insights.

This article was originally published on Critter Science.

The red goshawk is widely considered to be Australia’s rarest bird of prey. They prefer the savanna woodland habitats of northern Australia, primarily close to watercourses. Sadly, these beautiful raptors face the threats of habitat loss and destruction at the hands of farming, ranching, logging, wood pulp plantations, fires, and […]

Thanks for reading! Follow Critterman for more updates and insights.

This article was originally published on Critter Science.

The red kite hails from the same family as buzzards, eagles, & harriers. They can be found throughout western and eastern Europe, Northern Africa, and into Iran. These raptors tolerate a range of habitats from pastures, valleys, heathlands, broadleaf woodlands, thickets that contain grasslands, wetland edges, and suburban gardens & […]

Thanks for reading! Follow Critterman for more updates and insights.

This article was originally published on Critter Science.

The black eagle, aka Verreaux’s eagle, can be found in southern Asia and Australasia. They prefer tropical and subtropical forests with an abundance of cover. With an estimated population in the tens of thousands, and no real threats, sans habitat destruction, these birds of prey are listed as Least Concern […]

Thanks for reading! Follow Critterman for more updates and insights.