About the Hill Prinia
The Hill Prinia (Prinia superciliaris) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hilpri2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Prinia superciliaris |
| Species Codes | hilpri2, HIPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hill Prinia belong to?
The Hill Prinia (Prinia superciliaris) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hill Prinia?
The Hill Prinia is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Hill Prinia sighting?
You can log sightings of Hill Prinia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hilpri2, or on iNaturalist.