About the Mountain Buzzard
The Mountain Buzzard (Buteo oreophilus) 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 moubuz2 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 | Buteo oreophilus |
| Species Codes | moubuz2, MOBU |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Buzzard belong to?
The Mountain Buzzard (Buteo oreophilus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Mountain Buzzard?
The Mountain Buzzard is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Mountain Buzzard?
The Mountain Buzzard 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 Mountain Buzzard sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Buzzard on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moubuz2, or on iNaturalist.