About the Yellow-footed Honeyguide
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide (Melignomon eisentrauti) is a species of bird in the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 16 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code yefhon2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Honeyguides (Indicatoridae) |
| Species | Melignomon eisentrauti |
| Species Codes | yefhon2, YFHO |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Yellow-footed Honeyguide belong to?
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide (Melignomon eisentrauti) belongs to the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), in the order Piciformes.
What is the conservation status of the Yellow-footed Honeyguide?
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Yellow-footed Honeyguide?
The Yellow-footed Honeyguide is a member of the Honeyguides family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Yellow-footed Honeyguide sighting?
You can log sightings of Yellow-footed Honeyguide on eBird (ebird.org) using species code yefhon2, or on iNaturalist.