List of Birds of Greenland - Hawks, Kites and Eagles

Hawks, Kites and Eagles

Order: Falconiformes. Family: Accipitridae

Accipitridae is a family of birds of prey and include hawks, eagles, kites, harriers and Old World vultures. These birds have powerful hooked beaks for tearing flesh from their prey, strong legs, powerful talons, and keen eyesight.

  • White-tailed Eagle Haliaeetus albicilla

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