About the Pied Falconet
The Pied Falconet (Microhierax melanoleucos) 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 piefal2 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 | Microhierax melanoleucos |
| Species Codes | piefal2, PIFA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pied Falconet belong to?
The Pied Falconet (Microhierax melanoleucos) belongs to the Falcons and Caracaras family (Falconidae), in the order Falconiformes.
How can I identify the Pied Falconet?
The Pied Falconet 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 Pied Falconet sighting?
You can log sightings of Pied Falconet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piefal2, or on iNaturalist.