About the Gray-faced Buzzard
The Gray-faced Buzzard (Butastur indicus) 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 gyfbuz1 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 indicus |
| Species Codes | gyfbuz1, GFBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Gray-faced Buzzard belong to?
The Gray-faced Buzzard (Butastur indicus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Gray-faced Buzzard?
The Gray-faced 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 Gray-faced Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Gray-faced Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gyfbuz1, or on iNaturalist.
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