About the Himalayan Flameback
The Himalayan flameback, also known as the Himalayan goldenback, is a species of bird in the family Picidae. At the moment very little is known of this species and more fieldwork is required. The Himalayan flameback is not threatened but it is suspected that deforestation could severely affect the species population.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Woodpeckers (Picidae) |
| Species | Dinopium shorii |
| Species Codes | himfla1, HIFL |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Himalayan Flameback belong to?
The Himalayan Flameback (Dinopium shorii) belongs to the Woodpeckers family (Picidae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Himalayan Flameback?
The Himalayan flameback, also known as the Himalayan goldenback, is a species of bird in the family Picidae. At the moment very little is known of this species and more fieldwork is required. The Himalayan flameback is not threatened but it is suspected that deforestation could severely affect the s...
Where can I report a Himalayan Flameback sighting?
You can log sightings of Himalayan Flameback on eBird (ebird.org) using species code himfla1, or on iNaturalist.
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