About the Hawaiian Hawk
The Hawaiian Hawk (Buteo solitarius) 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 hawhaw 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 solitarius |
| Species Codes | hawhaw, HAWH, HAHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hawaiian Hawk belong to?
The Hawaiian Hawk (Buteo solitarius) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Hawaiian Hawk?
The Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Hawaiian Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hawhaw, or on iNaturalist.