Genus Pernis belongs to the family Accipitridae and consists of three species of birds of prey, namely the European honey buzzard, Oriental honey buzzard and the African cuckoo-hawk. The genus Pernis is known for their unique and distinctive plumage, with long and narrow wings ideal for soaring. These birds are also known for their opportunistic behavior when it comes to feeding. They feed on insects, honeybees, and small mammals. The word 'Genus Pernis' has no synonyms as it refers to a specific group of birds. However, the individual species within the genus Pernis may have local or common names in different languages.