RMOT 101 Raptors part 2 - Buteo and Falconiformes: Red-tailed hawk characteristics

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Red-tailed hawk characteristics

Tyler F · Accepted Answer

• Most widespread Buteo
• Adult – Reddish-brown top of tail
• 4 outer primaries – Emarginated: tapered towards the tip
• Dark patagials – Leading edge of underwing
• Light and dark phases

RMOT 101 Raptors part 2 - Buteo and Falconiformes

Red-tailed hawk characteristics

• Most widespread Buteo • Adult – Reddish-brown top of tail • 4 outer primaries – Emarginated: tapered towards the tip • Dark patagials – Leading edge of underwing • Light and dark phases

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