About the Western Whipbird
The Western Whipbird (Psophodes nigrogularis) is a species of bird in the Whipbirds and Wedgebills family (Psophodidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 5 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code weswhi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Whipbirds and Wedgebills (Psophodidae) |
| Species | Psophodes nigrogularis |
| Species Codes | weswhi1, BTBW, WEWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Western Whipbird belong to?
The Western Whipbird (Psophodes nigrogularis) belongs to the Whipbirds and Wedgebills family (Psophodidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Western Whipbird?
The Western Whipbird is a member of the Whipbirds and Wedgebills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Western Whipbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Western Whipbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code weswhi1, or on iNaturalist.