About the Legge's Hawk-Eagle
The Legge's Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus kelaarti) 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 mouhae2 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 | Nisaetus kelaarti |
| Species Codes | mouhae2, LEHE, LHEA, MHEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Legge's Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The Legge's Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus kelaarti) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Legge's Hawk-Eagle?
The Legge's Hawk-Eagle 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 Legge's Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Legge's Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouhae2, or on iNaturalist.