About the Beautiful Firetail
The Beautiful Firetail (Stagonopleura bella) is a species of bird in the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code beafir1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Stagonopleura bella |
| Species Codes | beafir1, BEFI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Beautiful Firetail belong to?
The Beautiful Firetail (Stagonopleura bella) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Beautiful Firetail?
The Beautiful Firetail is a member of the Waxbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Beautiful Firetail sighting?
You can log sightings of Beautiful Firetail on eBird (ebird.org) using species code beafir1, or on iNaturalist.