About the Little Eagle
The little eagle is a very small eagle endemic to Australia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Hieraaetus morphnoides |
| Species Codes | liteag1, LIEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Eagle belong to?
The Little Eagle (Hieraaetus morphnoides) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Little Eagle?
The little eagle is a very small eagle endemic to Australia....
Where can I report a Little Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code liteag1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
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