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Montagu´s Harrier

Circus pygargus

Presence:

Estival

Smaller than the Hen Harrier, but similar in appearance. The male has dark barring on the wing. They breed in cereal fields and farmers have an important role in their conservation in Extremadura. They feed on rodents, small lizards and small birds which are surprised by their low flight. They are only present in Extremadura in the breeding season, leaving in August for Africa.

Protection Status:

Sensible a la alteración de su hábitat (SAH)

Their habitats:

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