About the Black-headed Shrike-Babbler
The Black-headed Shrike-Babbler (Pteruthius rufiventer) 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 bhsbab1 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 | Pteruthius rufiventer |
| Species Codes | bhsbab1, BHSB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-headed Shrike-Babbler belong to?
The Black-headed Shrike-Babbler (Pteruthius rufiventer) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-headed Shrike-Babbler?
The Black-headed Shrike-Babbler 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-headed Shrike-Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-headed Shrike-Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bhsbab1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis 65 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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