Predation can play a significant role on survival during migration as birds find themselves competing for resources in unfamiliar habitats. Here we describe the first documented observation of a Buteo platypterus (Broad-winged Hawk) predating an Archilochus colubris (Ruby-throated Hummingbird) during autumn migration. To our knowledge, this is the first documented record of any Buteo sp. hawk predating any Trochilidae (hummingbird). While predation on hummingbirds likely represents a minor source of mortality, identifying sources of predation and mortality is important in understanding the risk of migration for any species.
A Buteo sp. hawk predates a hummingbird (Trochilidae) during autumn migration
Southeastern Naturalist
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Abstract
| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | A Buteo sp. hawk predates a hummingbird (Trochilidae) during autumn migration |
| Series title | Southeastern Naturalist |
| DOI | 10.1656/058.022.0409 |
| Volume | 22 |
| Issue | 4 |
| Year Published | 2023 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | BioOne |
| Contributing office(s) | Wetland and Aquatic Research Center |
| Description | 5 p. |
| First page | N67 |
| Last page | N71 |