Ridgway's Hawk | Animalz

Ridgway's HawkThis medium-sized hawk has broad wings and a long tail. It waits for prey from low perches or open areas and is native to Hispaniola and nearby islands.What does it look like?This medium-sized hawk has broad wings and a relatively long tail, helping it maneuver through thick forest.How does it live?This medium-sized hawk has broad wings and a long tail. It waits for prey from low perches or open areas and is native to Hispaniola and nearby islands.It waits on a low perch and catches prey from the ground or logs. It eats small reptiles and other animals; in one study of 20 nesting pairs, reptiles made up 97% of recorded prey items.Keeping it safeAn extinction-risk assessment has not been added yet.