Can a hawk be 3rd level consumer?

Yes, a hawk can be a third-level consumer. Hawks are birds of prey that typically hunt and eat smaller animals, such as rodents, rabbits, and other birds. These smaller animals are primary consumers, as they feed on plants. The hawks, as predators of the primary consumers, are considered secondary consumers. However, hawks may also hunt and eat other predators, such as owls or snakes, which makes them tertiary consumers. Therefore, hawks can occupy both the second and third trophic levels in a food chain.