About the Henst's Goshawk
The Henst's Goshawk (Astur henstii) 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 hengos1 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 | Astur henstii |
| Species Codes | hengos1, HEGO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Henst's Goshawk belong to?
The Henst's Goshawk (Astur henstii) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Henst's Goshawk?
The Henst's Goshawk 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 Henst's Goshawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Henst's Goshawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hengos1, or on iNaturalist.