About the Yellow Bishop
The Yellow Bishop (Euplectes capensis) is a species of bird in the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 123 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yelbis1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Weavers and Allies (Ploceidae) |
| Species | Euplectes capensis |
| Species Codes | yelbis1, YEBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow Bishop belong to?
The Yellow Bishop (Euplectes capensis) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow Bishop?
The Yellow Bishop is a member of the Weavers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow Bishop sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow Bishop on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yelbis1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Weavers and Allies 123 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
123
Species in Family
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