About the Long-tailed Hawk
The Long-tailed Hawk (Urotriorchis macrourus) 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 lothaw1 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 | Urotriorchis macrourus |
| Species Codes | lothaw1, LTHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Long-tailed Hawk belong to?
The Long-tailed Hawk (Urotriorchis macrourus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Long-tailed Hawk?
The Long-tailed Hawk 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 Long-tailed Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Long-tailed Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code lothaw1, or on iNaturalist.