About the Montagu's Harrier
The Montagu's Harrier (Circus pygargus) 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 monhar1 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 | Circus pygargus |
| Species Codes | monhar1, MOHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Montagu's Harrier belong to?
The Montagu's Harrier (Circus pygargus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Montagu's Harrier?
The Montagu's Harrier 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 Montagu's Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Montagu's Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code monhar1, or on iNaturalist.