About the Malagasy Harrier
The Malagasy Harrier (Circus macrosceles) 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 reuhar3 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 macrosceles |
| Species Codes | reuhar3, MAHA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malagasy Harrier belong to?
The Malagasy Harrier (Circus macrosceles) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Malagasy Harrier?
The Malagasy Harrier is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Malagasy Harrier?
The Malagasy 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 Malagasy Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Malagasy Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reuhar3, or on iNaturalist.
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