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Eastern Marsh Harrier

Circus spilonotus

Taxonomy

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

About

The eastern marsh harrier (Circus spilonotus) is a bird of prey belonging to the marsh harrier group of harriers. It was previously considered to be conspecific with the western marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus) but is now usually classified as a separate species. It has two subspecies: C. s. spilonotus in eastern Asia and C. s. spilothorax (Papuan harrier, perhaps a separate species) in New Guinea.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Eastern Marsh Harrier?
The scientific name of Eastern Marsh Harrier is Circus spilonotus.
What kingdom does Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
Eastern Marsh Harrier belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
Eastern Marsh Harrier belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
Eastern Marsh Harrier belongs to the class Aves.
What order does Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
Eastern Marsh Harrier belongs to the order Accipitriformes.
What family does Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
Eastern Marsh Harrier belongs to the family Accipitridae.
What genus does Eastern Marsh Harrier belong to?
Eastern Marsh Harrier belongs to the genus Circus.