About the Southern Red Bishop
The Southern Red Bishop (Euplectes orix) is a species of bird in the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 123 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code redbis when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Euplectes orix |
| Species Codes | redbis, SRBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Southern Red Bishop belong to?
The Southern Red Bishop (Euplectes orix) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Southern Red Bishop?
The Southern Red Bishop is a member of the Weavers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Southern Red Bishop sighting?
You can log sightings of Southern Red Bishop on eBird (ebird.org) using species code redbis, or on iNaturalist.