Northern Harrier
Circus hudsonius
Northern Harriers are slim raptors of marshes, wet meadows, grasslands, and open fields across North America. They hunt by coursing low over vegetation with wings held in a shallow V, listening and watching for small mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians. Unlike many hawks, they often nest on the ground in dense cover. A notable owl-like facial disk helps funnel sound toward the ears while searching for hidden prey.
- Type
- Wing
- Conservation status
- LC
Growth chain
- ?
- Northern Harrier