About the Black-collared Hawk
The black-collared hawk is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is monotypic within the genus Busarellus. It has a widespread range of presence, from western Mexico to Uruguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical swamps, and swamps.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Busarellus nigricollis |
| Species Codes | blchaw1, BCHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-collared Hawk belong to?
The Black-collared Hawk (Busarellus nigricollis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Black-collared Hawk?
The black-collared hawk is a species of bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It is monotypic within the genus Busarellus. It has a widespread range of presence, from western Mexico to Uruguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical swamps,...
Where can I report a Black-collared Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-collared Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blchaw1, or on iNaturalist.
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