About the Brown-headed Greenlet
The Brown-headed Greenlet (Hylophilus brunneiceps) 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 brhgre1 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 | Hylophilus brunneiceps |
| Species Codes | brhgre1, BHGR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-headed Greenlet belong to?
The Brown-headed Greenlet (Hylophilus brunneiceps) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-headed Greenlet?
The Brown-headed Greenlet 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 Brown-headed Greenlet sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-headed Greenlet on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brhgre1, or on iNaturalist.