About the Chatham Islands Fernbird
The Chatham Islands Fernbird (Poodytes rufescens) is a species of bird in the Grassbirds and Allies family (Locustellidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 67 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chifer1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Grassbirds and Allies (Locustellidae) |
| Species | Poodytes rufescens |
| Species Codes | chifer1, CIFE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Islands Fernbird belong to?
The Chatham Islands Fernbird (Poodytes rufescens) belongs to the Grassbirds and Allies family (Locustellidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chatham Islands Fernbird?
The Chatham Islands Fernbird is a member of the Grassbirds and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chatham Islands Fernbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Islands Fernbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chifer1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Grassbirds and Allies 67 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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