About the Greater Whitethroat
The Greater Whitethroat (Curruca communis) is a species of bird in the Sylviid Warblers and Allies family (Sylviidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 32 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code grewhi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sylviid Warblers and Allies (Sylviidae) |
| Species | Curruca communis |
| Species Codes | grewhi1, GRWH, COWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Greater Whitethroat belong to?
The Greater Whitethroat (Curruca communis) belongs to the Sylviid Warblers and Allies family (Sylviidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Greater Whitethroat?
The Greater Whitethroat is a member of the Sylviid Warblers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Greater Whitethroat sighting?
You can log sightings of Greater Whitethroat on eBird (ebird.org) using species code grewhi1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Sylviid Warblers and Allies 32 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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