About the Chirruping Wedgebill
The Chirruping Wedgebill (Psophodes cristatus) is a species of bird in the Whipbirds and Wedgebills family (Psophodidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chiwed2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Whipbirds and Wedgebills (Psophodidae) |
| Species | Psophodes cristatus |
| Species Codes | chiwed2, CHWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chirruping Wedgebill belong to?
The Chirruping Wedgebill (Psophodes cristatus) belongs to the Whipbirds and Wedgebills family (Psophodidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chirruping Wedgebill?
The Chirruping Wedgebill is a member of the Whipbirds and Wedgebills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chirruping Wedgebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Chirruping Wedgebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chiwed2, or on iNaturalist.