About the Socotra Buzzard
The Socotra Buzzard (Buteo socotraensis) 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 socbuz1 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 | Buteo socotraensis |
| Species Codes | socbuz1, SOBU |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Socotra Buzzard belong to?
The Socotra Buzzard (Buteo socotraensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Socotra Buzzard?
The Socotra Buzzard is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Socotra Buzzard?
The Socotra 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 Socotra Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Socotra Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code socbuz1, or on iNaturalist.