Question 1

Where can you see the Steppe Buzzard in South Africa?

Accepted Answer

The Steppe Buzzard is most recorded in Western Cape (41% of records), KwaZulu-Natal (31% of records), Eastern Cape (9% of records), based on 946 iNaturalist observations. 2 places to stay on Spekboom have recorded the Steppe Buzzard on site or nearby.

Question 2

When is the best time to see the Steppe Buzzard?

Accepted Answer

Sightings of the Steppe Buzzard peak from Nov to Feb, based on 946 iNaturalist records. You may still see it outside those months, sightings are just less frequent.

Question 3

What is the Steppe Buzzard?

Accepted Answer

The common buzzard ( Buteo buteo ) is a medium-to-large bird of prey whose range covers most of Europe and extends into Asia. Over much of its range, it is resident year-round, but birds from the colder parts of the Northern Hemisphere typically migrate south (some well into the Southern Hemisphere) for the northern winter.

Steppe Buzzard

Steppe Buzzard

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