About the Philadelphia Vireo
The Philadelphia Vireo (Vireo philadelphicus) is a species of bird in the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code phivir when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis (Vireonidae) |
| Species | Vireo philadelphicus |
| Species Codes | phivir, PHVI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philadelphia Vireo belong to?
The Philadelphia Vireo (Vireo philadelphicus) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Philadelphia Vireo?
The Philadelphia Vireo is a member of the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Philadelphia Vireo sighting?
You can log sightings of Philadelphia Vireo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phivir, or on iNaturalist.