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Busard saint-martin

Circus cyaneus

Least Concern

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Hen Harrier (Circus cyaneus) is classified as Least Concern (LC) on the IUCN Red List. Widespread and abundant across its range, with stable populations and no immediate conservation concerns.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in various aerial, terrestrial, and aquatic environments.

Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Venezuela).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇷🇺 Russia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇱🇺 Luxembourg 🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Accipitriformes (Hawks & Eagles)

Family

Accipitridae (Hawks & Eagles)

Genus

Circus

Species

Circus cyaneus (Busard saint-martin)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハイイロチュウヒ

Chinese 灰澤鵟〔白尾鷂，北方灰鷂〕

Spanish Gavilán rastrero

French Busard saint-martin

German Kornweihe

Portuguese tartaranhão-cinzento

Russian Полевой лунь

Thai เหยี่ยวทุ่งแถบเหนือ

Similar Species in Circus

Critically Endangered

Busard de Nouvelle-Guinée

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Busard saint-martin?

The scientific name of Busard saint-martin is Circus cyaneus. It belongs to the genus Circus.

What is the conservation status of Busard saint-martin?

Busard saint-martin (Circus cyaneus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Busard saint-martin live?

Busard saint-martin is found in Widely distributed across Europe (7 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Venezuela).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Russia, Sweden, Ukraine, United States, Venezuela.

What family does Busard saint-martin belong to?

Busard saint-martin (Circus cyaneus) belongs to the genus Circus, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.

Is Busard saint-martin endangered?

No, Busard saint-martin (Circus cyaneus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Busard saint-martin belong to?

Busard saint-martin (Circus cyaneus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of Busard saint-martin?

The closest relatives of Busard saint-martin in the genus Circus include Busard bariolé, busard cendré, Busard de Buffon, Busard de Gould, Busard de Madagascar.