Accipiter gentilis
Length: 20-25 in Wingspan: 40-45 in Weight: 1.5-3 lbs
Identification:
Dark gray back and light front with fine gray barring. White eyebrow. Tail is long and wings are rounded.
Distribution:
Range map by IUCN
Cool Facts:
The Northern Goshawk has a fierce reputation both when driving humans away from its nest, or helping them catch their dinner. Goshawks have been trained by falconers for over 2000 years, and were even depicted on the helmet of Atilla the Hun.
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