Hawks and Eagles in Caribbean

Learn about 7 birds from the Hawks and Eagles family (Accipitridae) found in Caribbean. Includes 3 regular species and 4 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Broad-winged Hawk

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

Least Concern
Red-tailed Hawk

Red-tailed Hawk

Buteo jamaicensis

Least Concern
Sharp-shinned Hawk

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

Least Concern

Vagrant Accipitridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Bald Eagle

Bald Eagle

Haliaeetus leucocephalus

Least Concern
Broad-winged Hawk

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

Least Concern
Sharp-shinned Hawk

Sharp-shinned Hawk

Accipiter striatus

Least Concern
Western Marsh-harrier

Western Marsh-harrier

Circus aeruginosus

Least Concern

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