About the European Honey-buzzard
The European Honey-buzzard (Pernis apivorus) 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 euhbuz1 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 | Pernis apivorus |
| Species Codes | euhbuz1, EHBU, EUHB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the European Honey-buzzard belong to?
The European Honey-buzzard (Pernis apivorus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the European Honey-buzzard?
The European Honey-buzzard 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 European Honey-buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of European Honey-buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code euhbuz1, or on iNaturalist.