The Harris Hawk is native to the southern United States and south to Chile, Argentina and Brazil. There are 3 subspecies.

These birds are mid-sized between Peregrine Falcons and Red Tailed Hawks. Males weigh between 545 – 850 g (1.2 – 1.9 lb). Females are about 35% larger.

They hunt in packs taking a variety of small mammals such as rabbits, ground squirrels, rats and gophers as well as small birds. Nests are built in small trees, shrubs or cacti. Often three birds, two males and one female will attend the nest. Females can breed 2 or 3 times a year.