About the Red-necked Buzzard
The red-necked buzzard, also known as the African red-tailed buzzard, is a species of buzzard in the family Accipitridae which is found in western and northern central Africa.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Buteo auguralis |
| Species Codes | renbuz1, RNBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Red-necked Buzzard belong to?
The Red-necked Buzzard (Buteo auguralis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Red-necked Buzzard?
The red-necked buzzard, also known as the African red-tailed buzzard, is a species of buzzard in the family Accipitridae which is found in western and northern central Africa....
Where can I report a Red-necked Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Red-necked Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code renbuz1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
273
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