About the Western Warbling Vireo
The Western Warbling Vireo (Vireo swainsoni) is a species of bird in the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 65 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code wewvir2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis (Vireonidae) |
| Species | Vireo swainsoni |
| Species Codes | wewvir2, WEWV, WAVI, WWVI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Warbling Vireo belong to?
The Western Warbling Vireo (Vireo swainsoni) belongs to the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family (Vireonidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Warbling Vireo?
The Western Warbling Vireo is a member of the Vireos, Shrike-Babblers, and Erpornis family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Warbling Vireo sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Warbling Vireo on eBird (ebird.org) using species code wewvir2, or on iNaturalist.