About the Reunion Harrier
The Reunion Harrier (Circus maillardi) 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 reuhar2 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 maillardi |
| Species Codes | reuhar2, REMH, REHA, RMHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Reunion Harrier belong to?
The Reunion Harrier (Circus maillardi) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Reunion Harrier?
The Reunion 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 Reunion Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Reunion Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reuhar2, or on iNaturalist.