About the Booted Eagle
The Booted Eagle (Hieraaetus pennatus) 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 booeag1 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 | Hieraaetus pennatus |
| Species Codes | booeag1, BOEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Booted Eagle belong to?
The Booted Eagle (Hieraaetus pennatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Booted Eagle?
The Booted 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 Booted Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Booted Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code booeag1, or on iNaturalist.