Northern harrier
Northern harrier, (Circus cyaneus), common name for the best-known harrier species.
This article was most recently revised and updated by John P. Rafferty.
Citation Information
Article Title:
Northern harrier
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Publisher:
Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
12 November 2026
Access Date:
November 14, 2026