Problem
Threatened species of Buteo ridgwayi
Other Names:
Threatened species of Hispaniolan hawk, Ridgway's Hawk Nature:
Buteo ridgwayi has declined steeply throughout its range on Hispaniola as a result of large scale loss of its lowland forest habitat coupled with direct persecution. Its current stronghold appears to be a poorly protected national park (Los Haitises) in the north-east of the island.
Background:
Buteo ridgwayi is found on the Island of Hispaniola, comprising of the two countries; Dominican Republic and Haiti.
Incidence:
Buteo ridgwayi is considered by the IUCN as "Endangered" and by CITES as an "Appendix 2" category.
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Buteo Organizations:
BirdLife International Subject(s):
Birds, Mammals → BirdsSocietal Problems → Endangered species
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
14.03.2021 – 20:31 CET