About the Brown Prinia
The Brown Prinia (Prinia polychroa) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bropri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Prinia polychroa |
| Species Codes | bropri1, BRPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Prinia belong to?
The Brown Prinia (Prinia polychroa) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Prinia?
The Brown Prinia is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Prinia sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Prinia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bropri1, or on iNaturalist.