The Northern Goshawk [ Pictures for Easy Identification]

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Introduction

What the Northern Goshawk Looks Like

Weight, Length, and Wingspan of the Northern Goshawk

The length of the Northern Goshawk is from 20.9 inches to 25.2 inches (53.1 cm to 64.0 cm).

The weight of the Northern Goshawk is from 22.3 ounces to 48.1 ounces (632.2 grams to 1363.6 grams).

The wingspan of the Northern Goshawk is from 40.5 inches to 46.1 inches (102.9 cm to 117.1 cm).

Pictures of the Northern Goshawk

Feeding Behavior of the Northern Goshawk

silently searches for prey when perched in trees at mid-levels, frequently switching perches.

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What the Northern Goshawk Likes to Eat

The Northern Goshawk feeds on the following:

  • medium-sized birds (grouse and crows)
  • squirrels
  • rabbits
  • snowshoe hares
  • small birds
  • small rodents
  • snakes
  • insects.

Where To Find the Northern Goshawk

You can find the Northern Goshawk in the following habitats:

  • Coniferous and mixed forests