About the Brown Thornbill
The Brown Thornbill (Acanthiza pusilla) is a species of bird in the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 66 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code brotho1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Acanthiza pusilla |
| Species Codes | brotho1, BRTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown Thornbill belong to?
The Brown Thornbill (Acanthiza pusilla) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown Thornbill?
The Brown Thornbill is a member of the Thornbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown Thornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown Thornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code brotho1, or on iNaturalist.