About the Gray-bellied Hawk
The Gray-bellied Hawk (Accipiter poliogaster) 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 gybhaw1 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 poliogaster |
| Species Codes | gybhaw1, GBEH, GBHA, GBGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-bellied Hawk belong to?
The Gray-bellied Hawk (Accipiter poliogaster) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-bellied Hawk?
The Gray-bellied 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 Gray-bellied Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-bellied Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gybhaw1, or on iNaturalist.