About the Ornate Hawk-Eagle
The Ornate Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus ornatus) 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 orheag1 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 | Spizaetus ornatus |
| Species Codes | orheag1, ORHE, OHEA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Ornate Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The Ornate Hawk-Eagle (Spizaetus ornatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Ornate Hawk-Eagle?
The Ornate 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 Ornate Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Ornate Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orheag1, or on iNaturalist.