About the African Harrier-Hawk
The African Harrier-Hawk (Polyboroides typus) is a species of bird in the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), within the order Accipitriformes. This family contains 250 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afhhaw1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Polyboroides typus |
| Species Codes | afhhaw1, AHHA, AFHH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Harrier-Hawk belong to?
The African Harrier-Hawk (Polyboroides typus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the African Harrier-Hawk?
The African Harrier-Hawk is a member of the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Harrier-Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of African Harrier-Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afhhaw1, or on iNaturalist.