About the Indian Silverbill
The Indian Silverbill (Euodice malabarica) is a species of bird in the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code indsil when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Euodice malabarica |
| Species Codes | indsil, INSI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Indian Silverbill belong to?
The Indian Silverbill (Euodice malabarica) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Indian Silverbill?
The Indian Silverbill is a member of the Waxbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Indian Silverbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Indian Silverbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code indsil, or on iNaturalist.