How to Spot a Buzzard

By eHow Hobbies, Games & Toys Editor

Instructions

Step 1:
Become aware of the Buzzard's habitat and range. It is common throughout Europe and parts of Asia. You'll often see a Buzzard in wooded areas, on cliffs, in farmlands and in valleys.
Step 2:
Marvel at the size of the Buzzard. These are large, thick birds. They range from 51 to 57 cm in length.
Step 3:
Observe the Buzzard's overall appearance. These scavenging birds have rounded, short heads and short, broad tails. They also have large, broad wings with a typical wingspan of 110 to 130 cm. They usually have dull brown upperparts with some areas of darker brown and paler colored underparts.
Step 4:
Listen to the distinctive sounds made by the Buzzard. These birds make a sound that resembles a "mew." This sound is often very loud and clear sounding, and you'll hear it most often during mating season and during flight.
Step 5:
Observe the Buzzard's flight patterns. They like to soar at great heights. Buzzards soar above clear fields looking for food. When the Buzzard flies, its wings are often swept upwards.

Tips & Warnings

In North America, the Turkey Vulture is often referred to as a Buzzard. However, the name Buzzard correctly refers to the Common or European Buzzard.
Some European Buzzards are migratory birds and can be found outside of their normal ranges.

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