About the Papuan Harrier
The Papuan Harrier (Circus spilothorax) 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 easmah2 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 spilothorax |
| Species Codes | easmah2, PAHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Papuan Harrier belong to?
The Papuan Harrier (Circus spilothorax) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Papuan Harrier?
The Papuan 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 Papuan Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Papuan Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code easmah2, or on iNaturalist.