Red-billed Oxpecker

Buphagus erythroryncha
Family
Order
Passeriformes
Codes
reboxp1, RBOX

About the Red-billed Oxpecker

The Red-billed Oxpecker (Buphagus erythroryncha) is a species of bird in the Oxpeckers family (Buphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 2 recognized species worldwide.

Use the eBird species code reboxp1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.

Taxonomy & Classification

KingdomAnimalia
PhylumChordata
ClassAves
OrderPasseriformes
FamilyOxpeckers (Buphagidae)
SpeciesBuphagus erythroryncha
Species Codesreboxp1, RBOX

Frequently Asked Questions

What family does the Red-billed Oxpecker belong to?

The Red-billed Oxpecker (Buphagus erythroryncha) belongs to the Oxpeckers family (Buphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.

How can I identify the Red-billed Oxpecker?

The Red-billed Oxpecker is a member of the Oxpeckers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.

Where can I report a Red-billed Oxpecker sighting?

You can log sightings of Red-billed Oxpecker on eBird (ebird.org) using species code reboxp1, or on iNaturalist.