About the Madagascar Buzzard
The Madagascar buzzard is a bird of prey which is endemic to Madagascar. It is a species from the widespread genus Buteo in the family Accipitridae.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Buteo brachypterus |
| Species Codes | madbuz1, MABU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Madagascar Buzzard belong to?
The Madagascar Buzzard (Buteo brachypterus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Madagascar Buzzard?
The Madagascar buzzard is a bird of prey which is endemic to Madagascar. It is a species from the widespread genus Buteo in the family Accipitridae....
Where can I report a Madagascar Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Madagascar Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code madbuz1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
320
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