About the Forest Buzzard
The Forest Buzzard (Buteo trizonatus) 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 moubuz3 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 | Buteo trizonatus |
| Species Codes | moubuz3, FOBU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Forest Buzzard belong to?
The Forest Buzzard (Buteo trizonatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Forest Buzzard?
The Forest Buzzard is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Forest Buzzard?
The Forest 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 Forest Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Forest Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moubuz3, or on iNaturalist.
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