About the Solitary Eagle
Buteogallus is a genus of birds of prey in the family Accipitridae. All members of this genus are essentially neotropical, but the distribution of a single species extends slightly into the southwestern United States. Many of the species are fond of large crustaceans and even patrol long stretches of shore or riverbank on foot where such prey abounds, but some have a rather different lifestyle. Unlike many other genera of raptor, some members are referred to as "hawks", and others as "eagles".
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Buteogallus solitarius |
| Species Codes | soleag1, SOEA, BSEA |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Solitary Eagle belong to?
The Solitary Eagle (Buteogallus solitarius) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Solitary Eagle?
The Solitary Eagle is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Solitary Eagle?
Buteogallus is a genus of birds of prey in the family Accipitridae. All members of this genus are essentially neotropical, but the distribution of a single species extends slightly into the southwestern United States. Many of the species are fond of large crustaceans and even patrol long stretches o...
Where can I report a Solitary Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Solitary Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code soleag1, or on iNaturalist.
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