About the Philippine Eagle
The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) 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 grpeag1 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 | Pithecophaga jefferyi |
| Species Codes | grpeag1, PHEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Eagle belong to?
The Philippine Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Eagle?
The Philippine Eagle 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 Philippine Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grpeag1, or on iNaturalist.
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