All you need to know about the world's largest buzzard
What do upland buzzards eat?
Upland buzzards hunt prey by surveying in flight or after it spotting from a perch. They feed mainly on rodents like ground squirrels, voles, gerbils, pikas, and young marmots. Also, hares, small terrestrial birds, birds’ eggs, amphibians, and large insects.
Where is the upland buzzard found?
The upland buzzard is found in Central Asia, northern South Asia, and East Asia.
What are the calls of the upland buzzard?
The upland buzzard's call can be described as nasal, prolonged mewing.
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Anirudh Nair
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