About the Cooper's Hawk
The Cooper's Hawk (Astur cooperii) 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 coohaw 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 | Astur cooperii |
| Species Codes | coohaw, COHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cooper's Hawk belong to?
The Cooper's Hawk (Astur cooperii) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Cooper's Hawk?
The Cooper's Hawk 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 Cooper's Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Cooper's Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code coohaw, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Accipitriformes
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
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