About the Oriental Honey-buzzard
The Oriental Honey-buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus) 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 orihob2 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 | Pernis ptilorhynchus |
| Species Codes | orihob2, ORHB, OHBU, CRHB, CHBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Oriental Honey-buzzard belong to?
The Oriental Honey-buzzard (Pernis ptilorhynchus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Oriental Honey-buzzard?
The Oriental Honey-buzzard 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 Oriental Honey-buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Oriental Honey-buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orihob2, or on iNaturalist.