About the Brown-throated Wattle-eye
The Brown-throated Wattle-eye (Platysteira cyanea) is a species of bird in the Wattle-eyes and Batises family (Platysteiridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 32 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code btweye2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wattle-eyes and Batises (Platysteiridae) |
| Species | Platysteira cyanea |
| Species Codes | btweye2, BTWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Brown-throated Wattle-eye belong to?
The Brown-throated Wattle-eye (Platysteira cyanea) belongs to the Wattle-eyes and Batises family (Platysteiridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Brown-throated Wattle-eye?
The Brown-throated Wattle-eye is a member of the Wattle-eyes and Batises family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Brown-throated Wattle-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Brown-throated Wattle-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code btweye2, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Wattle-eyes and Batises 32 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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