| The White-eyed Buzzard (Butastur teesa) is a medium sized hawk which is unrelated to the true buzzards of the genus Buteo that is found in South Asia and adjoining regions. At close range adults can be readily identified by their small size relative to other raptors in the region and the distinctive white iris. The throat is white and a contrasting mesial stripe is visible both in flight and at perch. They do not have typical carpal patches found in true buzzards but the wing lining appears dark. They are seen perched for long durations but soar in thermals and are vociferous in the breeding season. They feed mainly on insects and small vertebrates. |
