About the Dusky Gerygone
The dusky gerygone is a species of bird in the family Acanthizidae. It is endemic to coastal central and northern areas of Western Australia, from Shark Bay to Kunmuya.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Gerygone tenebrosa |
| Species Codes | dusger1, DUGE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Dusky Gerygone belong to?
The Dusky Gerygone (Gerygone tenebrosa) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Dusky Gerygone?
The dusky gerygone is a species of bird in the family Acanthizidae. It is endemic to coastal central and northern areas of Western Australia, from Shark Bay to Kunmuya....
Where can I report a Dusky Gerygone sighting?
You can log sightings of Dusky Gerygone on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dusger1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
66
Species in Family
42
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