About the Belford's Melidectes
The Belford's Melidectes (Melidectes belfordi) 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 belmel1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Melidectes belfordi |
| Species Codes | belmel1, BEME |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Belford's Melidectes belong to?
The Belford's Melidectes (Melidectes belfordi) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Belford's Melidectes?
The Belford's Melidectes 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 Belford's Melidectes sighting?
You can log sightings of Belford's Melidectes on eBird (ebird.org) using species code belmel1, or on iNaturalist.