About the Zone-tailed Hawk
The Zone-tailed Hawk (Buteo albonotatus) 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 zothaw 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 | Buteo albonotatus |
| Species Codes | zothaw, ZTHA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Zone-tailed Hawk belong to?
The Zone-tailed Hawk (Buteo albonotatus) belongs to the Hawks, Eagles, and Kites family (Accipitridae), in the order Accipitriformes.
How can I identify the Zone-tailed Hawk?
The Zone-tailed Hawk 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 Zone-tailed Hawk sighting?
You can log sightings of Zone-tailed Hawk on eBird (ebird.org) using species code zothaw, or on iNaturalist.