About the Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle
The Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle (Geranoaetus 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 bcbeag1 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 | Geranoaetus melanoleucus |
| Species Codes | bcbeag1, BCBE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle belong to?
The Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle (Geranoaetus melanoleucus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle?
The Black-chested Buzzard-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-chested Buzzard-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-chested Buzzard-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bcbeag1, or on iNaturalist.