About the White-tailed Hawk
The white-tailed hawk is a large bird of prey species found in tropical and subtropical environments of the Americas.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Accipitriformes |
| Family | Hawks, Eagles, and Kites (Accipitridae) |
| Species | Geranoaetus albicaudatus |
| Species Codes | whthaw, WTHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the White-tailed Hawk belong to?
The White-tailed Hawk (Geranoaetus albicaudatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the White-tailed Hawk?
The white-tailed hawk is a large bird of prey species found in tropical and subtropical environments of the Americas....
Where can I report a White-tailed Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of White-tailed Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whthaw, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Accipitriformes
Order
250
Species in Family
8,145
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