About the African Hawk-Eagle
The African Hawk-Eagle (Aquila spilogaster) 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 afrhae1 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 | Aquila spilogaster |
| Species Codes | afrhae1, AFHE, AHEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The African Hawk-Eagle (Aquila spilogaster) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the African Hawk-Eagle?
The African Hawk-Eagle 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 Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of African Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrhae1, or on iNaturalist.