White-necked hawk

(Leucopternis lacernulatus)

Description

The white-necked hawk (Buteogallus lacernulatus) is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae.Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest,subtropical or tropical moist montane forest,and plantations.The species feeds on insects and other invertebrates.It is an opportunistic feeder that will feed on prey flushed by army ants,monkeys or even humans.It is endemic to Brazil and threatened by habitat loss.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Aves
Order:Accipitriformes
Family:Accipitridae
Genus:Leucopternis
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