About the Dark-crowned Heleia
The Dark-crowned Heleia (Heleia dohertyi) is a species of bird in the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 150 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code dacwhe1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies (Zosteropidae) |
| Species | Heleia dohertyi |
| Species Codes | dacwhe1, CRWE, DCHE, CRHE, CWEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dark-crowned Heleia belong to?
The Dark-crowned Heleia (Heleia dohertyi) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Dark-crowned Heleia?
The Dark-crowned Heleia is a member of the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Dark-crowned Heleia sighting?
You can log sightings of Dark-crowned Heleia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dacwhe1, or on iNaturalist.