About the Northern Harrier
The Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) 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 norhar2 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 hudsonius |
| Species Codes | norhar2, NOHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Northern Harrier belong to?
The Northern Harrier (Circus hudsonius) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Northern Harrier?
The Northern 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 Northern Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Northern Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code norhar2, or on iNaturalist.