About the Silver-crowned Friarbird
The Silver-crowned Friarbird (Philemon argenticeps) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code sicfri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Philemon argenticeps |
| Species Codes | sicfri1, SCFR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Silver-crowned Friarbird belong to?
The Silver-crowned Friarbird (Philemon argenticeps) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Silver-crowned Friarbird?
The Silver-crowned Friarbird is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Silver-crowned Friarbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Silver-crowned Friarbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code sicfri1, or on iNaturalist.