About the Visayan Tailorbird
The Visayan Tailorbird (Orthotomus castaneiceps) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code phitai1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Orthotomus castaneiceps |
| Species Codes | phitai1, PHTA, VITA, CCTA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Visayan Tailorbird belong to?
The Visayan Tailorbird (Orthotomus castaneiceps) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Visayan Tailorbird?
The Visayan Tailorbird is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Visayan Tailorbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Visayan Tailorbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code phitai1, or on iNaturalist.