About the Mountain Serpent-Eagle
The Mountain Serpent-Eagle (Spilornis kinabaluensis) 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 moseag1 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 | Spilornis kinabaluensis |
| Species Codes | moseag1, MOSE, KISE, MSEA, KSEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Serpent-Eagle belong to?
The Mountain Serpent-Eagle (Spilornis kinabaluensis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Serpent-Eagle?
The Mountain Serpent-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 Serpent-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Serpent-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moseag1, or on iNaturalist.