About the Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle
The Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle (Circaetus beaudouini) 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 beasne1 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 | Circaetus beaudouini |
| Species Codes | beasne1, BESE, BSEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle belong to?
The Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle (Circaetus beaudouini) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle?
The Beaudouin's Snake-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 Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Beaudouin's Snake-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code beasne1, or on iNaturalist.