About the African Tailorbird
The African Tailorbird (Artisornis metopias) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code afrtai2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Artisornis metopias |
| Species Codes | afrtai2, AFTA, RCFW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Tailorbird belong to?
The African Tailorbird (Artisornis metopias) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African Tailorbird?
The African Tailorbird is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a African Tailorbird sighting?
You can log sightings of African Tailorbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrtai2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Cisticolas and Allies 164 species
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