About the Satin Bowerbird
The satin bowerbird is a species of passerine bird in the bowerbird family Ptilonorhynchidae that is endemic to eastern Australia. It is the only species placed in the genus Ptilonorhynchus.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Bowerbirds (Ptilonorhynchidae) |
| Species | Ptilonorhynchus violaceus |
| Species Codes | satbow1, SABO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Satin Bowerbird belong to?
The Satin Bowerbird (Ptilonorhynchus violaceus) belongs to the Bowerbirds family (Ptilonorhynchidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Satin Bowerbird?
The satin bowerbird is a species of passerine bird in the bowerbird family Ptilonorhynchidae that is endemic to eastern Australia. It is the only species placed in the genus Ptilonorhynchus....
Where can I report a Satin Bowerbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Satin Bowerbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code satbow1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
23
Species in Family
9,125
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