About the Mountain Thornbill
The Mountain Thornbill (Acanthiza katherina) is a species of bird in the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 66 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code moutho1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Acanthiza katherina |
| Species Codes | moutho1, MOTH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Mountain Thornbill belong to?
The Mountain Thornbill (Acanthiza katherina) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Mountain Thornbill?
The Mountain Thornbill is a member of the Thornbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Mountain Thornbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Mountain Thornbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code moutho1, or on iNaturalist.