About the Black-billed Peppershrike
The Black-billed Peppershrike (Cyclarhis nigrirostris) is a species of bird in the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blbpep1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis (Vireonidae) |
| Species | Cyclarhis nigrirostris |
| Species Codes | blbpep1, BBPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-billed Peppershrike belong to?
The Black-billed Peppershrike (Cyclarhis nigrirostris) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-billed Peppershrike?
The Black-billed Peppershrike is a member of the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-billed Peppershrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-billed Peppershrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blbpep1, or on iNaturalist.