About the African Hill Babbler
The African Hill Babbler (Sylvia abyssinica) is a species of bird in the Sylviid Warblers and Allies family (Sylviidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 32 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afhbab1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sylviid Warblers and Allies (Sylviidae) |
| Species | Sylvia abyssinica |
| Species Codes | afhbab1, AHBA, AFHB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Hill Babbler belong to?
The African Hill Babbler (Sylvia abyssinica) belongs to the Sylviid Warblers and Allies family (Sylviidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African Hill Babbler?
The African Hill Babbler is a member of the Sylviid Warblers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Hill Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of African Hill Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afhbab1, or on iNaturalist.