The bird is thought to have been killed near Laskill, Bilsdale, on Thursday, April 4.
Police are appealing for anyone who saw suspicious people or vehicles in the area to come forward.
Buzzards and all other birds of prey are legally protected by the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981.
To intentionally kill or injure one is a criminal offence which could result in an unlimited fine or up to six months in jail.
If you have any information that could help please email tom.gaunt@northyorkshire.police.uk or call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2 and ask for PC Tom Gaunt.
If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org
Please quote NYP reference 12240059635 when passing on information.
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