About the Common Black Hawk
The common black hawk is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes the eagles, hawks, and vultures.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Buteogallus anthracinus |
| Species Codes | comblh1, COBH, CBHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Common Black Hawk belong to?
The Common Black Hawk (Buteogallus anthracinus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Common Black Hawk?
The common black hawk is a bird of prey in the family Accipitridae, which also includes the eagles, hawks, and vultures....
Where can I report a Common Black Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Common Black Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code comblh1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
11,975
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