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Socotra Buzzard

Buteo socotraensis

Vulnerable
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 索岛鵟
Spanish Busardo de Socotora
French Buse de Socotra
German Sokotrabussard

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Archer's Buzzard
Buteo archeri
Not Evaluated
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Augur Buzzard
Buteo augur
Least Concern
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Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus
Least Concern
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Cape Verde Buzzard
Buteo bannermani
Not Evaluated
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Common Buzzard
Buteo buteo
Least Concern
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Eastern Buzzard
Buteo japonicus
Least Concern
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Ferruginous Hawk
Buteo regalis
Least Concern
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Forest Buzzard
Buteo trizonatus
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Socotra Buzzard?
The scientific name of Socotra Buzzard is Buteo socotraensis. It belongs to the genus Buteo.
What is the conservation status of Socotra Buzzard?
Socotra Buzzard (Buteo socotraensis) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Socotra Buzzard live?
Socotra Buzzard is found in Found in Norway. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Socotra Buzzard belong to?
Socotra Buzzard (Buteo socotraensis) belongs to the genus Buteo, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
Is Socotra Buzzard endangered?
Yes, Socotra Buzzard (Buteo socotraensis) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Socotra Buzzard belong to?
Socotra Buzzard (Buteo socotraensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Socotra Buzzard?
The closest relatives of Socotra Buzzard in the genus Buteo include Archer's Buzzard, Augur Buzzard, Broad-winged Hawk, Cape Verde Buzzard, Common Buzzard.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Buteo — 20 Species

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Archer's Buzzard
Buteo archeri
NE 🐾
Augur Buzzard
Buteo augur
LC 🐾
Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo platypterus
LC 🐾
Cape Verde Buzzard
Buteo bannermani
NE 🐾
Common Buzzard
Buteo buteo
LC 🐾
Eastern Buzzard
Buteo japonicus
LC 🐾
Ferruginous Hawk
Buteo regalis
LC 🐾
Forest Buzzard
Buteo trizonatus
NT 🐾
Galapagos Hawk
Buteo galapagoensis
VU 🐾
Gray-lined Hawk
Buteo nitidus
LC 🐾
Hawaiian Hawk
Buteo solitarius
NT 🐾
Himalayan Buzzard
Buteo refectus
LC 🐾
Jackal Buzzard
Buteo rufofuscus
LC 🐾
Long-legged Buzzard
Buteo rufinus
NE 🐾
Madagascar Buzzard
Buteo brachypterus
LC 🐾
Mountain Buzzard
Buteo oreophilus
NT 🐾
Red-necked Buzzard
Buteo auguralis
LC 🐾
Red-shouldered/Broad-winged Hawk
Buteo lineatus
LC 🐾
Red-tailed Hawk
Buteo jamaicensis
LC 🐾
Ridgway's Hawk
Buteo ridgwayi
CR
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