About the Australian Hobby
The Australian Hobby (Falco longipennis) is a species of bird in the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), within the order Falconiformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code aushob1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Falco longipennis |
| Species Codes | aushob1, AUHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Australian Hobby belong to?
The Australian Hobby (Falco longipennis) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Australian Hobby?
The Australian Hobby is a member of the Falcons and Caracaras family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Australian Hobby sighting?
You can log sightings of Australian Hobby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code aushob1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Falcons and Caracaras 65 species
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Quick Stats
Falconiformes
Order
65
Species in Family
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