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The northern harrier breeds in North America, and its closest relative is the cinereous harrier (C. cinereus) of South America. The male's plumage is darker grey than that of the hen harrier, and the female is also darker and more rufous. [9] The adult male is sometimes nicknamed the "Grey Ghost", because of his striking plumage and spectral aura.
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Ring-tail is an informal term used by birders for the juveniles and females of several harrier species when seen in the field and not identifiable to an exact species. [9] Ring-tail harriers include the juveniles and females of Montagu's harrier (Circus pygargus), hen harrier (Circus cyaneus), and pallid harrier (Circus macrourus).
Getty Images. 1. Narwhals. ... Northern Harrier. Northern Harriers are hawks that live in North America, Europe, and Asia. They are often seen gliding low over fields and marshes in search of prey.
Circus cyaneus (male & female) Bird in flight at an elevation of over 12,500 ft in Pangolakha Wildlife Sanctuary in East Sikkim district, India in the month of November. The hen harrier is 41–52 cm (16–20 in) [10] long with a 97–122 cm (38–48 in) wingspan. [11] [12] It resembles other harriers in having distinct male and female plumages ...
Accipitridae is a family of birds of prey which includes hawks, eagles, kites, harriers, and Old World vultures. These birds have very large powerful hooked beaks for tearing flesh from their prey, strong legs, powerful talons, and keen eyesight. Golden eagle, Aquila chrysaetos (V) LC; Northern harrier, Circus hudsonius (V) LC
The Montagu's harrier is a deceptively small raptor, though it appears larger because of its large wing surface compared to small body weight, which gives it a typically buoyant flight. The female is larger than the male because the female needs to produce eggs, however this is not apparent in the field. Wingspan: 97–115 cm (38–45 in)
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