About the Banded Honeyeater
The Banded Honeyeater (Cissomela pectoralis) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code banhon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Cissomela pectoralis |
| Species Codes | banhon1, BAHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded Honeyeater belong to?
The Banded Honeyeater (Cissomela pectoralis) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Banded Honeyeater?
The Banded Honeyeater is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Banded Honeyeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded Honeyeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code banhon1, or on iNaturalist.