About the Morotai Friarbird
The Morotai Friarbird (Philemon fuscicapillus) 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 dusfri1 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 fuscicapillus |
| Species Codes | dusfri1, DUFR, MOFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Morotai Friarbird belong to?
The Morotai Friarbird (Philemon fuscicapillus) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Morotai Friarbird?
The Morotai 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 Morotai Friarbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Morotai Friarbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code dusfri1, or on iNaturalist.
