About the Grasshopper Buzzard
The Grasshopper Buzzard (Butastur rufipennis) 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 grabuz1 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 | Butastur rufipennis |
| Species Codes | grabuz1, GRBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Grasshopper Buzzard belong to?
The Grasshopper Buzzard (Butastur rufipennis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Grasshopper Buzzard?
The Grasshopper 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 Grasshopper Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Grasshopper Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grabuz1, or on iNaturalist.