About the Long-winged Harrier
The Long-winged Harrier (Circus buffoni) 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 lowhar1 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 buffoni |
| Species Codes | lowhar1, LWHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-winged Harrier belong to?
The Long-winged Harrier (Circus buffoni) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Long-winged Harrier?
The Long-winged 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 Long-winged Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-winged Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lowhar1, or on iNaturalist.
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