About the River Prinia
The River Prinia (Prinia fluviatilis) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code rivpri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Prinia fluviatilis |
| Species Codes | rivpri1, RIPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the River Prinia belong to?
The River Prinia (Prinia fluviatilis) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the River Prinia?
The River Prinia is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a River Prinia sighting?
You can log sightings of River Prinia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rivpri1, or on iNaturalist.