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灰头美洲鸢 (Gray-headed Kite)

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 灰头美洲鸢?
The scientific name of 灰头美洲鸢 is Leptodon cayanensis. It belongs to the genus Leptodon.
What is the conservation status of 灰头美洲鸢?
灰头美洲鸢 (Leptodon cayanensis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 灰头美洲鸢 live?
灰头美洲鸢 is found in Distributed across Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, and Venezuela.. Countries include Colombia, Ecuador, Norway, Venezuela.
What family does 灰头美洲鸢 belong to?
灰头美洲鸢 (Leptodon cayanensis) belongs to the genus Leptodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Accipitridae.
Is 灰头美洲鸢 endangered?
No, 灰头美洲鸢 (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 灰头美洲鸢 belong to?
灰头美洲鸢 (Leptodon cayanensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 灰头美洲鸢?
The closest relatives of 灰头美洲鸢 in the genus Leptodon include 白領鳶.

Native Range — 4 Countries

Genus Leptodon — 2 Species

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灰头美洲鸢
Leptodon cayanensis
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白領鳶
Leptodon forbesi
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