Common Black Hawk – A Splendid Bird in Costa Rica (April 2026) 普通黑鹰 – 哥斯达黎加的美丽鸟 (2026 年 4 月）

The Common Black Hawk (Buteogallus anthracinus) is a widespread resident raptor in Costa Rica, commonly found along rivers, mangroves, estuaries, and coastal wetlands. An opportunistic hunter, it feeds on crabs, fish, frogs, reptiles, and other small animals, often searching patiently from a perch before striking. Frequently seen soaring over wetlands or perched near water, the Common Black Hawk is one of Costa Rica’s most recognizable birds of prey and a favorite subject for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers.

These photos were taken along the Tárcoles River.

普通黑鹰（Buteogallus anthracinus）是哥斯达黎加分布广泛的留鸟，常见于河流、红树林、河口及沿海湿地。它是一种机会主义捕食者，主要捕食螃蟹、鱼类、蛙类、爬行动物及其他小型动物，常静静栖息于枝头观察猎物，再迅速出击。普通黑鹰经常在湿地上空盘旋或栖息于水边，是哥斯达黎加最具代表性的猛禽之一，也深受观鸟者和野生动物摄影师的喜爱。

这些照片拍摄于哥斯达黎加的塔尔科莱斯河（Tárcoles River）沿岸