About the Brass's Friarbird
The Brass's Friarbird (Philemon brassi) 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 brafri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Philemon brassi |
| Species Codes | brafri1, BRFR |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brass's Friarbird belong to?
The Brass's Friarbird (Philemon brassi) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Brass's Friarbird?
The Brass's Friarbird is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Brass's Friarbird?
The Brass's Friarbird 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 Brass's Friarbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Brass's Friarbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brafri1, or on iNaturalist.