About the Western Banded Snake-Eagle
The Western Banded Snake-Eagle (Circaetus cinerascens) 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 baseag1 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 | Circaetus cinerascens |
| Species Codes | baseag1, WBSE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Banded Snake-Eagle belong to?
The Western Banded Snake-Eagle (Circaetus cinerascens) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Western Banded Snake-Eagle?
The Western Banded Snake-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 Western Banded Snake-Eagle sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Banded Snake-Eagle on eBird (ebird.org) using species code baseag1, or on iNaturalist.
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