Swainson's Hawk

Buteo swainsoni

Swainson's Hawk is a medium-sized raptor found in North and South America. It has a wingspan of about 4.5 feet and is known for its graceful soaring flight. During migration, these hawks travel thousands of miles from their breeding grounds in North America to their wintering grounds in South America. They are often seen in open grasslands, prairies, and agricultural areas, where they hunt for small mammals and insects. Swainson's Hawks are known for their striking plumage, with a dark brown back and a white chest and belly. They are listed as a species of Least Concern by the IUCN due to their large and stable population.

Habitat: Open grasslands, prairies, agricultural areas

Swainson's Hawk
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Tours where you can spot this bird

Veracruz River of Raptors Migration Tour
Veracruz River of Raptors Migration Tour
Mexico / Chichicaxtle Private tour 0h

A private birding outing at Observatorio de Aves Migratorias Dr. Mario Ramos with Veracruz biologist and local guide Gustavo Contreras, plan...

From 0.00 MXN
Laguna La Mancha Coastal Birding Tour
Laguna La Mancha Coastal Birding Tour
Mexico / Actopan Private tour 0h

A private birding outing at Laguna La Mancha & Centro de Investigaciones Costeras with Veracruz biologist and local guide Gustavo Contreras,...

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Canada – Saskatchewan Birding Grand Tour: June 12-29, 2027
Canada – Saskatchewan Birding Grand Tour: June 12-29, 2027
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 18 days | 0h

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Canada – Saskatchewan Spring Birding Grand Tour: May 11-17, 2026
Canada – Saskatchewan Spring Birding Grand Tour: May 11-17, 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 7 days | 0h

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Signs of Spring Birding Tour: 2 great options
Signs of Spring Birding Tour: 2 great options
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Van Scoy Lakes Birding Tour – 6 hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Van Scoy Lakes Birding Tour – 6 hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 6h

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Redberry Lake Bird Sanctuary Tour – 8 hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Redberry Lake Bird Sanctuary Tour – 8 hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 8h

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Radisson Lake Birding Tour – 4 great hours with water and grassland birds
Radisson Lake Birding Tour – 4 great hours with water and grassland birds
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 4h

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Great Sand Hills Birdwatching Tour from Saskatoon, Kindersley or Leader – 3 new options
Great Sand Hills Birdwatching Tour from Saskatoon, Kindersley or Leader – 3 new options
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 3 days | 0h

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Grasslands National Park Birding Tour from Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw or Swift Current – Best Prairie Birds 2026
Grasslands National Park Birding Tour from Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw or Swift Current – Best Prairie Birds 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 3 days | 0h

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Canada – Saskatchewan Autumn Birding Grand Tour: September 9 – 18, 2026
Canada – Saskatchewan Autumn Birding Grand Tour: September 9 – 18, 2026
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Canada – Saskatchewan Late-Summer Birding Grand Tour: August 24 – 29, 2026
Canada – Saskatchewan Late-Summer Birding Grand Tour: August 24 – 29, 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 6 days | 0h

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Canada – Saskatchewan Mid-Summer Birding Grand Tour: August 3 – 10, 2026
Canada – Saskatchewan Mid-Summer Birding Grand Tour: August 3 – 10, 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 8 days | 0h

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Canada – Saskatchewan Birding Grand Tour: June 12 – 26, 2026
Canada – Saskatchewan Birding Grand Tour: June 12 – 26, 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 15 days | 0h

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Canada – Southwest Saskatchewan Birding Tour: July 9 – 16, 2026
Canada – Southwest Saskatchewan Birding Tour: July 9 – 16, 2026
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 8 days | 0h

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From 1830.00 CAD
Prairie Grasslands Birding Tour
Prairie Grasslands Birding Tour
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 14 days | 0h

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Gardiner Dam – Anerley Lakes Birding Tour – 6 great hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Gardiner Dam – Anerley Lakes Birding Tour – 6 great hours with fascinating woodland and water birds
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 6h

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Best Birding Hotspots of Souris River 2026 Tour from Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw or Weyburn, Canada
Best Birding Hotspots of Souris River 2026 Tour from Saskatoon, Regina, Moose Jaw or Weyburn, Canada
Canada / Saskatoon Private tour 3 days | 0h

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