About the Eurasian Sparrowhawk
The Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) 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 eurspa1 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 | Accipiter nisus |
| Species Codes | eurspa1, ESPA, EUSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eurasian Sparrowhawk belong to?
The Eurasian Sparrowhawk (Accipiter nisus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Eurasian Sparrowhawk?
The Eurasian 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 Eurasian Sparrowhawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Eurasian Sparrowhawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eurspa1, or on iNaturalist.
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