About the Spotted Harrier
The Spotted Harrier (Circus assimilis) 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 spohar1 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 assimilis |
| Species Codes | spohar1, SPHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Spotted Harrier belong to?
The Spotted Harrier (Circus assimilis) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Spotted Harrier?
The Spotted 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 Spotted Harrier sighting?
You can log sightings of Spotted Harrier on eBird (ebird.org) using species code spohar1, or on iNaturalist.