Summary
Seen fairly regularly during migratory periods with peak numbers occurring in Autumn. Usually found flying over the mangroves on the island in the early mornings. The male has a black band along the underwing.
Montagu's Harrier (Circus pygargus)Status in KAUSTAbundance in KAUSTPlaces seen in KAUSTGolf CourseSouth Beach Search pictures of Montagu's Harrier in KAUST | Example Image![]() Image from Brian James |
Seasonality in KAUST (number of years since KAUST's founding when this species was observed in a given month):
Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |