About the Eastern Marsh Harrier
The Eastern Marsh Harrier (Circus spilonotus) 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 easmah1 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 | Circus spilonotus |
| Species Codes | easmah1, EMHA, EAMH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
The Eastern Marsh Harrier (Circus spilonotus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Marsh Harrier?
The Eastern Marsh Harrier 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 Eastern Marsh Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Marsh Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code easmah1, or on iNaturalist.
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