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Mountain Buzzard

Buteo oreophilus

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Japanese マダラノスリ
Chinese 山鵟
Spanish Busardo montañés
French Buse montagnarde
German Bergbussard
Portuguese bútio-da-montanha
Russian Африканский горный канюк

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mountain Buzzard?
The scientific name of Mountain Buzzard is Buteo oreophilus. It belongs to the genus Buteo.
What is the conservation status of Mountain Buzzard?
Mountain Buzzard (Buteo oreophilus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Mountain Buzzard live?
Mountain Buzzard is found in Found in Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Norway.
What family does Mountain Buzzard belong to?
Mountain Buzzard (Buteo oreophilus) belongs to the genus Buteo, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
What kingdom does Mountain Buzzard belong to?
Mountain Buzzard (Buteo oreophilus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Mountain Buzzard?
The closest relatives of Mountain Buzzard in the genus Buteo include เหยี่ยวทะเลทรายตะวันตก, เหยี่ยวทะเลทรายตะวันออก, Rough-Legged Buzzard, Broad-winged Hawk, Gray-lined Hawk.

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