🌎 Red-shouldered hawk (Buteo lineatus) The red-shouldered hawk is a medium-sized bird of prey found in North America. It has distinctive reddish-brown shoulders and a barred pattern on its underparts. Known for its piercing call, this hawk prefers wooded habitats near water sources where it hunts small mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. It is an agile flier and builds its nest in the canopy of trees. The Red-shouldered hawk plays an important role in controlling rodent populations and is considered a symbol of healthy ecosystems. Five subspecies are recognised. Conservation status: Least Concern (IUCN 3.1) 📷: Photo by peteyp8 via Pixabay https://pixabay.com/photos/red-shouldered-hawk-talons-raptor-3754802/ SUBR

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