About the Orange-cheeked Honeyeater
The Orange-cheeked Honeyeater (Meliphaga chrysogenys) 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 orchon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Meliphaga chrysogenys |
| Species Codes | orchon1, OCHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Orange-cheeked Honeyeater belong to?
The Orange-cheeked Honeyeater (Meliphaga chrysogenys) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Orange-cheeked Honeyeater?
The Orange-cheeked Honeyeater 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 Orange-cheeked Honeyeater sighting?
You can log sightings of Orange-cheeked Honeyeater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code orchon1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Honeyeaters 195 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
Quick Stats
Spotted a Orange-cheeked Honeyeater?
Log your sighting on eBird or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier!