Eastern Buzzard
Buteo japonicus
The Eastern Buzzard (Buteo japonicus) is a uncommon kites, old world vultures, eagles, and hawk found in 22 countries, weighing about 759 g. The eastern buzzard or Japanese buzzard is a medium to large bird of prey that is sometimes considered a subspecies of the widespread common buzzard.
About the Eastern Buzzard
The eastern buzzard or Japanese buzzard is a medium to large bird of prey that is sometimes considered a subspecies of the widespread common buzzard. Some scientists treated it as a distinct species starting in 2008, but others still treat it as either one or three subspecies. It is native to East Asia and some parts of Russia and South Asia, with some birds wintering in Southeast Asia. It is similar to the steppe buzzard. It is carnivorous.
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Where it lives
Recorded as a rare visitor in Malaysia.
When to see it
Best months: January, February, March, April, October, November, December, with peak activity in January. It is a winter visitor species across most of its range.
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Quick questions
- What does an Eastern Buzzard look like?
- The eastern buzzard or Japanese buzzard is a medium to large bird of prey that is sometimes considered a subspecies of the widespread common buzzard.
- How big is an Eastern Buzzard?
- The Eastern Buzzard is a large sized bird weighing about 759 g.
- Where can you see an Eastern Buzzard?
- The Eastern Buzzard occurs in 22 countries, including Taiwan, Japan, China, South Korea and Hong Kong SAR China.
- What birds look similar to an Eastern Buzzard?
- The Eastern Buzzard is most easily confused with the Augur Buzzard, the Long-legged Buzzard and the Himalayan Buzzard.
- Is the Eastern Buzzard endangered?
- The Eastern Buzzard is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
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