About the Hose's Broadbill
The Hose's Broadbill (Calyptomena hosii) is a species of bird in the African and Green Broadbills family (Calyptomenidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 6 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code hosbro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | African and Green Broadbills (Calyptomenidae) |
| Species | Calyptomena hosii |
| Species Codes | hosbro1, HOBR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Hose's Broadbill belong to?
The Hose's Broadbill (Calyptomena hosii) belongs to the African and Green Broadbills family (Calyptomenidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Hose's Broadbill?
The Hose's Broadbill is a member of the African and Green Broadbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Hose's Broadbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Hose's Broadbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code hosbro1, or on iNaturalist.