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About Northern Harrier
Hunts for small mammals, birds, and insects in grasslands and wetlandsUses a low-flying, hovering style of huntingBreeds in loose colonies, with males engaging in aerial displaysMonogamous, with pairs forming during breeding season
Size
41 - 50 cm
Weight
290 - 500 g
Lifespan
up to 10-15 years
Diet
Small mammals, Birds, Insects, Reptiles
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and degradation
- Collisions with wind turbines and other human-made structures
- Climate change
Additional Notes
The Northern Harrier is a widespread and relatively common species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and collisions with human-made structures.
Distribution
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North America
North America • Canada, United States
Central America
North America • Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama
South America
South America • Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador
The Northern Harrier is a migratory species that breeds in North America and winters in Central and South America.