About the Cassin's Hawk-Eagle
The Cassin's Hawk-Eagle (Aquila africana) 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 cashae1 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 | Aquila africana |
| Species Codes | cashae1, CAHE, CHEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cassin's Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The Cassin's Hawk-Eagle (Aquila africana) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Cassin's Hawk-Eagle?
The Cassin's Hawk-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 Cassin's Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Cassin's Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cashae1, or on iNaturalist.