About the Mountain Hawk-Eagle
The Mountain Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus nipalensis) 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 mouhae1 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 | Nisaetus nipalensis |
| Species Codes | mouhae1, MHEA, MOHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The Mountain Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus nipalensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Hawk-Eagle?
The Mountain Hawk-Eagle 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 Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code mouhae1, or on iNaturalist.