About the Madagascar Harrier-Hawk
The Madagascar Harrier-Hawk (Polyboroides radiatus) 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 mahhaw1 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 | Polyboroides radiatus |
| Species Codes | mahhaw1, MHHA, MAHH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Madagascar Harrier-Hawk belong to?
The Madagascar Harrier-Hawk (Polyboroides radiatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Madagascar Harrier-Hawk?
The Madagascar Harrier-Hawk 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 Madagascar Harrier-Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Madagascar Harrier-Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mahhaw1, or on iNaturalist.
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