About the Chinese Sparrowhawk
The Chinese Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza soloensis) 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 grfhaw1 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 | Tachyspiza soloensis |
| Species Codes | grfhaw1, CHIS, CHSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chinese Sparrowhawk belong to?
The Chinese Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza soloensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Chinese Sparrowhawk?
The Chinese Sparrowhawk 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 Chinese Sparrowhawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Chinese Sparrowhawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grfhaw1, or on iNaturalist.