About the Yellow-bellied Waxbill
The Yellow-bellied Waxbill (Coccopygia quartinia) is a species of bird in the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 138 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yebwax2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Waxbills and Allies (Estrildidae) |
| Species | Coccopygia quartinia |
| Species Codes | yebwax2, YBWA |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-bellied Waxbill belong to?
The Yellow-bellied Waxbill (Coccopygia quartinia) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-bellied Waxbill?
The Yellow-bellied Waxbill is a member of the Waxbills and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-bellied Waxbill sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-bellied Waxbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yebwax2, or on iNaturalist.
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