About the Papuan Harrier
The Papuan harrier is a bird of prey native to New Guinea which belongs to the harrier genus Circus. It was classified as a subspecies of the eastern marsh harrier of eastern Asia.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Circus spilothorax |
| Species Codes | easmah2, PAHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Papuan Harrier belong to?
The Papuan Harrier (Circus spilothorax) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Papuan Harrier?
The Papuan harrier is a bird of prey native to New Guinea which belongs to the harrier genus Circus. It was classified as a subspecies of the eastern marsh harrier of eastern Asia....
Where can I report a Papuan Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Papuan Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code easmah2, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
22
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