About the Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk
The Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza erythrauchen) 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 runspa1 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 | Tachyspiza erythrauchen |
| Species Codes | runspa1, RNSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk belong to?
The Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk (Tachyspiza erythrauchen) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk?
The Rufous-necked 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-necked Sparrowhawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-necked Sparrowhawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code runspa1, or on iNaturalist.