About the Himalayan Buzzard
The Himalayan Buzzard (Buteo refectus) 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 combuz9 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 refectus |
| Species Codes | combuz9, HIBU |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Buzzard belong to?
The Himalayan Buzzard (Buteo refectus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Himalayan Buzzard?
The Himalayan 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 Himalayan Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code combuz9, or on iNaturalist.