About the Plumbeous Hawk
The Plumbeous Hawk (Cryptoleucopteryx plumbea) 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 pluhaw 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 | Cryptoleucopteryx plumbea |
| Species Codes | pluhaw, PLHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Plumbeous Hawk belong to?
The Plumbeous Hawk (Cryptoleucopteryx plumbea) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Plumbeous Hawk?
The Plumbeous Hawk 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 Plumbeous Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Plumbeous Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pluhaw, or on iNaturalist.