Hawks and Eagles in Taiwan

Learn about 9 birds from the Hawks and Eagles family (Accipitridae) found in Taiwan. Includes 6 regular species and 3 vagrant visitors. Complete guide with photos and identification information.

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Black Eagle

Black Eagle

Ictinaetus malaiensis

Least Concern
Hen Harrier

Hen Harrier

Circus cyaneus

Least Concern
Oriental Honey-buzzard

Oriental Honey-buzzard

Pernis ptilorhynchus

Least Concern
Rough-legged Hawk

Rough-legged Hawk

Buteo lagopus

Least Concern
Sparrowhawk

Sparrowhawk

Accipiter nisus

Least Concern
White-tailed Sea-eagle

White-tailed Sea-eagle

Haliaeetus albicilla

Least Concern

Vagrant Accipitridae Birds

Rare visitors that have been occasionally spotted in this area.

Cinereous Vulture

Cinereous Vulture

Aegypius monachus

Near Threatened
Northern Goshawk

Northern Goshawk

Accipiter gentilis

Least Concern
Steller's Sea-eagle

Steller's Sea-eagle

Haliaeetus pelagicus

Vulnerable

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