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FELIX, Ali-Benítez,. First reproduction record in the captivity of the Gavilán de Harris (Parabuteo unicintus) in Paraguay. Compend. cienc. vet [online]. 2020, vol.10, n.2, pp.52-59. ISSN 2226-1761.  https://doi.org/10.18004/compend.cienc.vet.2020.10.02.52-59.

ABSTRACT. A pair of Harris's Hawks (Parabuteo unicinctus) is monitored in a private home where a breeding chamber is located for the effect. The individuals were captive specimens under falconry techniques. The characteristics of the brood chamber, the process of adaptation of the pair are described. The copulation period was about 30 days, the laying of eggs occurred with intervals of 72 hours. The average incubation time was 36 days, mainly carried out by the female, the data was obtained from two successive clutches. The shape, color of the eggs and the appearance of the newly hatched chicks were described. The diet provided is also described.

Palabras clave : Parabuteo unicicntus; brood chamber; captivity; falconry..

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