About the Western Spinebill
The Western Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus superciliosus) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wesspi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Acanthorhynchus superciliosus |
| Species Codes | wesspi1, WESP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Spinebill belong to?
The Western Spinebill (Acanthorhynchus superciliosus) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Spinebill?
The Western Spinebill is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Spinebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Spinebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wesspi1, or on iNaturalist.