About the Philippine Frogmouth
The Philippine Frogmouth (Batrachostomus septimus) is a species of bird in the Frogmouths family (Podargidae), within the order Podargiformes. This family contains 16 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code phifro1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Podargiformes |
| Family | Frogmouths (Podargidae) |
| Species | Batrachostomus septimus |
| Species Codes | phifro1, PHFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Philippine Frogmouth belong to?
The Philippine Frogmouth (Batrachostomus septimus) belongs to the Frogmouths family (Podargidae), in the order Podargiformes.
How can I identify the Philippine Frogmouth?
The Philippine Frogmouth is a member of the Frogmouths family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Philippine Frogmouth sighting?
You can log sightings of Philippine Frogmouth on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phifro1, or on iNaturalist.