About the Black Honey-buzzard
The Black Honey-buzzard (Henicopernis infuscatus) 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 blhbuz1 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 | Henicopernis infuscatus |
| Species Codes | blhbuz1, BHBU, BLHB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Honey-buzzard belong to?
The Black Honey-buzzard (Henicopernis infuscatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Black Honey-buzzard?
The Black Honey-buzzard 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 Honey-buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Honey-buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blhbuz1, or on iNaturalist.
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