About the Whitehead's Spiderhunter
The Whitehead's Spiderhunter (Arachnothera juliae) is a species of bird in the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 151 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code whispi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sunbirds and Spiderhunters (Nectariniidae) |
| Species | Arachnothera juliae |
| Species Codes | whispi1, WHSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Whitehead's Spiderhunter belong to?
The Whitehead's Spiderhunter (Arachnothera juliae) belongs to the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family (Nectariniidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Whitehead's Spiderhunter?
The Whitehead's Spiderhunter is a member of the Sunbirds and Spiderhunters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Whitehead's Spiderhunter sighting?
You can log sightings of Whitehead's Spiderhunter on eBird (ebird.org) using species code whispi1, or on iNaturalist.