About the Black Caracara
The Black Caracara (Daptrius ater) 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 blacar1 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 | Daptrius ater |
| Species Codes | blacar1, BLCA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Caracara belong to?
The Black Caracara (Daptrius ater) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Black Caracara?
The Black Caracara 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 Black Caracara sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Caracara on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blacar1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Falcons and Caracaras 65 species
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Quick Stats
Falconiformes
Order
65
Species in Family
1,100
iNat Observations
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