About the Little Sparrowhawk
The little sparrowhawk is a species of Afrotropical bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter. It is the smallest member of the genus Tachyspiza and forms a superspecies with the red-thighed sparrowhawk.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Tachyspiza minulla |
| Species Codes | litspa1, LISP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Little Sparrowhawk belong to?
The Little Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza minulla) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Little Sparrowhawk?
The little sparrowhawk is a species of Afrotropical bird of prey in the family Accipitridae. It was formerly placed in the genus Accipiter. It is the smallest member of the genus Tachyspiza and forms a superspecies with the red-thighed sparrowhawk....
Where can I report a Little Sparrowhawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Little Sparrowhawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code litspa1, or on iNaturalist.
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