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gavião-gato

Leptodon cayanensis

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハイガシラトビ
Chinese 灰头美洲鸢
Spanish Gavilán cabeza gris
French Milan de Cayenne
German Cayenneweih
Portuguese gavião-gato
Russian Кайеннский коршун

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of gavião-gato?
The scientific name of gavião-gato is Leptodon cayanensis. It belongs to the genus Leptodon.
What is the conservation status of gavião-gato?
gavião-gato (Leptodon cayanensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does gavião-gato live?
gavião-gato is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.
What family does gavião-gato belong to?
gavião-gato (Leptodon cayanensis) belongs to the genus Leptodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
Is gavião-gato endangered?
No, gavião-gato (Leptodon cayanensis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does gavião-gato belong to?
gavião-gato (Leptodon cayanensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of gavião-gato?
The closest relatives of gavião-gato in the genus Leptodon include gavião-gato-do-nordeste.

Native Range — 4 Countries

Genus Leptodon — 2 Species

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gavião-gato
Leptodon cayanensis
LC
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gavião-gato-do-nordeste
Leptodon forbesi
EN

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