About the Black-tailed Waxbill
The Black-tailed Waxbill (Glaucestrilda perreini) 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 bltwax1 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 | Glaucestrilda perreini |
| Species Codes | bltwax1, GRWA, BTWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-tailed Waxbill belong to?
The Black-tailed Waxbill (Glaucestrilda perreini) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-tailed Waxbill?
The Black-tailed Waxbill 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 Black-tailed Waxbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-tailed Waxbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bltwax1, or on iNaturalist.