About the Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike
The rufous-bellied helmetshrike or Gabon helmetshrike is a passerine bird belonging to the Vanga family, Vangidae. It inhabits tropical forest in Central Africa. It is sometimes included within the chestnut-bellied helmetshrike of West Africa.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies (Vangidae) |
| Species | Prionops rufiventris |
| Species Codes | rubhel1, RBHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike belong to?
The Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike (Prionops rufiventris) belongs to the Vangas, Helmetshrikes, and Allies family (Vangidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike?
The rufous-bellied helmetshrike or Gabon helmetshrike is a passerine bird belonging to the Vanga family, Vangidae. It inhabits tropical forest in Central Africa. It is sometimes included within the chestnut-bellied helmetshrike of West Africa....
Where can I report a Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous-bellied Helmetshrike on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rubhel1, or on iNaturalist.
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