About the Yellow-crowned Bishop
The Yellow-crowned Bishop (Euplectes afer) 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 yecbis 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 afer |
| Species Codes | yecbis, YCBI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-crowned Bishop belong to?
The Yellow-crowned Bishop (Euplectes afer) belongs to the Weavers and Allies family (Ploceidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Yellow-crowned Bishop?
The Yellow-crowned 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-crowned Bishop sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-crowned Bishop on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yecbis, or on iNaturalist.