Eurasian Goshawk

Astur gentilis (Linnaeus, 1758)

Eurasian Goshawk, Astur gentilis, is a bird of prey in the Palearctic, where it is widespread across temperate parts of Eurasia. It belongs to the Accipitridae and is placed in the order Accipitriformes. In most of its range it is the only goshawk present, so it is commonly called simply goshawk. It is mainly resident, although birds from colder areas move south in winter. The species was described by Linnaeus in 1758.

Order

Accipitriformes

Family

Accipitridae — Kites, Hawks, Eagles

Breeding range

Palearctic: widespread