About the Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk
The Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk (Accipiter rufiventris) 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 rucspa2 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 | Accipiter rufiventris |
| Species Codes | rucspa2, RBSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk belong to?
The Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk (Accipiter rufiventris) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk?
The Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk 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 Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-breasted Sparrowhawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rucspa2, or on iNaturalist.
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