Gray-faced Buzzard

Butastur indicus

The Gray-faced Buzzard (Butastur indicus) is a medium-sized bird of prey found in East Asia. It has a distinctive gray face and a brownish body with barred underparts. This species is known for its impressive soaring flight and is often seen gliding over open habitats in search of small mammals, reptiles, and insects. The Gray-faced Buzzard is a migratory bird, breeding in northern China and Siberia and wintering in Southeast Asia. It prefers open woodlands, grasslands, and agricultural areas as its primary habitat. This species is known for its agility and hunting prowess, making it a remarkable sight in the skies.

Habitat: Open woodlands, grasslands, agricultural areas

Gray-faced Buzzard
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