About the Southern Emuwren
The Southern Emuwren (Stipiturus malachurus) is a species of bird in the Fairywrens family (Maluridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 33 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code souemu1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Fairywrens (Maluridae) |
| Species | Stipiturus malachurus |
| Species Codes | souemu1, SOEW, SOEM, SEWR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Emuwren belong to?
The Southern Emuwren (Stipiturus malachurus) belongs to the Fairywrens family (Maluridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Emuwren?
The Southern Emuwren is a member of the Fairywrens family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern Emuwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Emuwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code souemu1, or on iNaturalist.