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Semiplumbeus hawk
Leucopternis semiplumbeus
9.65401, -82.7549
Field Notes
Description:
The semiplumbeous hawk is a small bird, averaging about 12-13 inches in length[1] (approximately the size of a kestrel or merlin). The semiplumbeous hawk is easily identifiable due to its striking orange cere and black face mask.[1] Rarely seen in flight, these hawks typically perch silently on a high branch, waiting for prey.[1] The semiplumbeous hawk often follows swarms of army ants in order to capture antbirds,[1] which, along with other small songbirds, make up a large portion of its diet. The overall population of semiplumbeous hawks is small - estimated at 1,000 to 10,000 mature birds - and declining.[2] (Wikipedia)
Habitat:
It is found in Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, and Panama.
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