About the Eurasian Hobby
The Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo) is a species of bird in the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), within the order Falconiformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eurhob when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Falco subbuteo |
| Species Codes | eurhob, EUHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Hobby belong to?
The Eurasian Hobby (Falco subbuteo) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Hobby?
The Eurasian Hobby is a member of the Falcons and Caracaras family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eurasian Hobby sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Hobby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurhob, or on iNaturalist.