About the Savanna Hawk
The Savanna Hawk (Buteogallus meridionalis) 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 savhaw1 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 | Buteogallus meridionalis |
| Species Codes | savhaw1, SAHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Savanna Hawk belong to?
The Savanna Hawk (Buteogallus meridionalis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Savanna Hawk?
The Savanna Hawk 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 Savanna Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Savanna Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code savhaw1, or on iNaturalist.