About the Oriental Hobby
The Oriental Hobby (Falco severus) is a species of bird in the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), within the order Falconiformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code orihob1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Falconiformes |
| Family | Falcons and Caracaras (Falconidae) |
| Species | Falco severus |
| Species Codes | orihob1, ORHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Oriental Hobby belong to?
The Oriental Hobby (Falco severus) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Oriental Hobby?
The Oriental Hobby is a member of the Falcons and Caracaras family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Oriental Hobby sighting?
You can log sightings of Oriental Hobby on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orihob1, or on iNaturalist.