About the Piapiac
The Piapiac (Ptilostomus afer) is a species of bird in the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 136 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code piapia1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Crows, Jays, and Magpies (Corvidae) |
| Species | Ptilostomus afer |
| Species Codes | piapia1, PIAP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Piapiac belong to?
The Piapiac (Ptilostomus afer) belongs to the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family (Corvidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Piapiac?
The Piapiac is a member of the Crows, Jays, and Magpies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Piapiac sighting?
You can log sightings of Piapiac on eBird (ebird.org) using species code piapia1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Crows, Jays, and Magpies 136 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
136
Species in Family
942
iNat Observations
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