About the Barred Hawk
The Barred Hawk (Morphnarchus princeps) 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 barhaw1 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 | Morphnarchus princeps |
| Species Codes | barhaw1, BAHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Barred Hawk belong to?
The Barred Hawk (Morphnarchus princeps) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Barred Hawk?
The Barred 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 Barred Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Barred Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code barhaw1, or on iNaturalist.