Black Hawk-Eagle

Spizaetus tyrannus · Species of bird
Order
Accipitriformes
Codes
blheag1, BLHE, BHEA

About the Black Hawk-Eagle

The black hawk-eagle, also known as the tyrant hawk-eagle, is a species of eagle found from central Mexico through Central America into the south of Brazil to Colombia, eastern Peru, and as far as northern Argentina. There are two known subspecies, S.t. tyrannus, which is found in Southeastern Brazil and Northeastern Argentina, and the slightly smaller S. t. serus, which can be found elsewhere throughout the species' range. Its preferred habitats include humid and moist forests close to rivers, and several types of woodland. It is uncommon to fairly common throughout most of its range. Its closest relative is the ornate hawk-eagle, which is similar in size, appearance and behavior but lives at lower elevations.

Source: Wikipedia

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderAccipitriformes
FamilyHawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae)
SpeciesSpizaetus tyrannus
Species Codesblheag1, BLHE, BHEA

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Black Hawk-Eagle belong to?

The Black Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus tyrannus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.

How can I identify the Black Hawk-Eagle?

The black hawk-eagle, also known as the tyrant hawk-eagle, is a species of eagle found from central Mexico through Central America into the south of Brazil to Colombia, eastern Peru, and as far as northern Argentina. There are two known subspecies, S.t. tyrannus, which is found in Southeastern Brazi...

Where can I report a Black Hawk-Eagle sighting?

You can log sightings of Black Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blheag1, or on iNaturalist.