About the Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle
The Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus melanoleucus) 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 bawhae1 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 | Spizaetus melanoleucus |
| Species Codes | bawhae1, BAWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus melanoleucus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle?
The Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle 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 Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-and-white Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bawhae1, or on iNaturalist.