About the Cuban Black Hawk
The Cuban Black Hawk (Buteogallus gundlachii) 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 cubblh1 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 | Buteogallus gundlachii |
| Species Codes | cubblh1, CUBH, CBHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cuban Black Hawk belong to?
The Cuban Black Hawk (Buteogallus gundlachii) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Cuban Black Hawk?
The Cuban Black 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 Cuban Black Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Cuban Black Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cubblh1, or on iNaturalist.