About the Eastern Spinebill
The Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code easspi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris |
| Species Codes | easspi1, EASP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Spinebill belong to?
The Eastern Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus tenuirostris) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Spinebill?
The Eastern Spinebill is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eastern Spinebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Spinebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code easspi1, or on iNaturalist.