The name is derived from Latin astur, asturis, meaning "hawk".
Seven subspecies are distinguished. Of which this one is one.
The hawk appears in a flash, but disappears just as quickly. It hunts in broad daylight, but prefers to hunt at sunset.
A beautiful, impressive bird.
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