About the Meyer's Friarbird
The Meyer's Friarbird (Philemon meyeri) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code meyfri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Philemon meyeri |
| Species Codes | meyfri1, MEFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Meyer's Friarbird belong to?
The Meyer's Friarbird (Philemon meyeri) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Meyer's Friarbird?
The Meyer's Friarbird is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Meyer's Friarbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Meyer's Friarbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code meyfri1, or on iNaturalist.