About the Wallace's Hawk-Eagle
The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus nanus) 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 walhae1 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 | Nisaetus nanus |
| Species Codes | walhae1, WHEA, WAHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wallace's Hawk-Eagle belong to?
The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle (Nisaetus nanus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Wallace's Hawk-Eagle?
The Wallace's Hawk-Eagle 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 Wallace's Hawk-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Wallace's Hawk-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code walhae1, or on iNaturalist.
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