Montagu's Harrier

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Montagu's Harrier (<em>Circus pygargus</em>) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (<em>Accipitridae</em>) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.

Overview

Montagu's Harrier (Circus pygargus) is a species of Kites, Hawks, Eagles (Accipitridae) in the order Hawks, Eagles and Allies.

Scientific Classification

Genus: Circus; binomial: Circus pygargus; authority: (Linnaeus, 1758).

Distribution

Breeding range: the Palearctic. Non-breeding range: AF, India.

Conservation Status

This taxon is listed as Extant (living) in the IOC World Bird List.

Remarks

No additional remarks recorded.

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