About the Brown Snake-Eagle
The Brown Snake-Eagle (Circaetus cinereus) 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 brseag1 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 | Circaetus cinereus |
| Species Codes | brseag1, BRSE, BSEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Snake-Eagle belong to?
The Brown Snake-Eagle (Circaetus cinereus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Snake-Eagle?
The Brown Snake-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 Brown Snake-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Snake-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brseag1, or on iNaturalist.