About the Malaysian Honeyguide
The Malaysian Honeyguide (Indicator archipelagicus) is a species of bird in the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 16 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code malhon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Honeyguides (Indicatoridae) |
| Species | Indicator archipelagicus |
| Species Codes | malhon1, MAHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Malaysian Honeyguide belong to?
The Malaysian Honeyguide (Indicator archipelagicus) belongs to the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Malaysian Honeyguide?
The Malaysian Honeyguide is a member of the Honeyguides family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Malaysian Honeyguide sighting?
You can log sightings of Malaysian Honeyguide on eBird (ebird.org) using species code malhon1, or on iNaturalist.