Northern Harrier

Circus cyaneus

The Northern Harrier is a medium-sized raptor known for its distinctive owl-like facial disk and long wings. These birds are often seen gliding low over open fields and marshes, using their keen eyesight to hunt for small mammals and birds. They are known for their graceful and agile flight, often flying low to the ground as they search for prey. Northern Harriers are found in a variety of open habitats, including marshes, grasslands, and agricultural fields. Their conservation status is Least Concern according to the IUCN.

Habitat: Open fields, marshes, grasslands