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Changeable Hawk-Eagle

Nisaetus cirrhatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Aves ›Order: Accipitriformes ›Family: Accipitridae ›Genus: Nisaetus

About

The changeable hawk-eagle or crested hawk-eagle (Nisaetus cirrhatus) is a bird of prey species of the family Accipitridae. It was formerly placed in the genus Spizaetus, but studies pointed to the group being paraphyletic resulting in the Old World members being placed in Nisaetus (Hodgson, 1836) and separated from the New World species.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Changeable Hawk-Eagle?
The scientific name of Changeable Hawk-Eagle is Nisaetus cirrhatus.
What is the conservation status of Changeable Hawk-Eagle?
The Changeable Hawk-Eagle has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Changeable Hawk-Eagle belong to?
Changeable Hawk-Eagle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Changeable Hawk-Eagle belong to?
Changeable Hawk-Eagle belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Changeable Hawk-Eagle belong to?
Changeable Hawk-Eagle belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Changeable Hawk-Eagle belong to?
Changeable Hawk-Eagle belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Changeable Hawk-Eagle belong to?
Changeable Hawk-Eagle belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Changeable Hawk-Eagle belong to?
Changeable Hawk-Eagle belongs to the genus Nisaetus.