About the Wahnes's Parotia
The Wahnes's Parotia (Parotia wahnesi) is a species of bird in the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wahpar1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Birds-of-Paradise (Paradisaeidae) |
| Species | Parotia wahnesi |
| Species Codes | wahpar1, WAPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Wahnes's Parotia belong to?
The Wahnes's Parotia (Parotia wahnesi) belongs to the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Wahnes's Parotia?
The Wahnes's Parotia is a member of the Birds-of-Paradise family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Wahnes's Parotia sighting?
You can log sightings of Wahnes's Parotia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wahpar1, or on iNaturalist.