Northern Goshawk (eurasian)
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Northern Goshawk (eurasian)

Accipiter gentilis

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurasian_goshawk

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

The Northern Goshawk faces significant pressure from widespread forest fragmentation and intensive logging practices that eliminate the mature, dense woodlands essential for successful breeding. Climate change is altering prey distributions and forest composition across its range, while illegal persecution continues in some regions despite legal protection. Urban expansion and infrastructure development further fragment remaining suitable habitat, particularly impacting the species' need for large, undisturbed territories.

Threat summary

Habitat

Northern Goshawks inhabit mature coniferous and mixed forests with dense canopy cover, preferring old-growth woodlands with large trees suitable for nesting. They require extensive territories with a mosaic of dense forest for breeding and more open areas for hunting, typically favoring elevations from sea level to montane regions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Northern Goshawk (eurasian) classified as Vulnerable?
Northern Goshawk (eurasian) is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. The Northern Goshawk faces significant pressure from widespread forest fragmentation and intensive logging practices that eliminate the mature, dense woodlands essential for successful breeding. Climate change is altering prey distributions and forest composition across its range, while illegal persecution continues in some regions despite legal protection. Urban expansion and infrastructure development further fragment remaining suitable habitat, particularly impacting the species' need for large, undisturbed territories.
Where does Northern Goshawk (eurasian) live?
Northern Goshawk (eurasian) occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Northern Goshawk (eurasian)?
The main threats to Northern Goshawk (eurasian) are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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