About the Western Fire-eye
The Western Fire-eye (Pyriglena maura) is a species of bird in the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 238 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wesfie1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Typical Antbirds (Thamnophilidae) |
| Species | Pyriglena maura |
| Species Codes | wesfie1, WEFE, WBFE, WFEY |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Fire-eye belong to?
The Western Fire-eye (Pyriglena maura) belongs to the Typical Antbirds family (Thamnophilidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Fire-eye?
The Western Fire-eye is a member of the Typical Antbirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Fire-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Fire-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesfie1, or on iNaturalist.