About the Pallid Harrier
The Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus) 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 palhar1 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 | Circus macrourus |
| Species Codes | palhar1, PAHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pallid Harrier belong to?
The Pallid Harrier (Circus macrourus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Pallid Harrier?
The Pallid Harrier 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 Pallid Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Pallid Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code palhar1, or on iNaturalist.
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