About the African Silverbill
The African Silverbill (Euodice cantans) 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 afrsil1 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 | Euodice cantans |
| Species Codes | afrsil1, AFSI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the African Silverbill belong to?
The African Silverbill (Euodice cantans) belongs to the Waxbills and Allies family (Estrildidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the African Silverbill?
The African Silverbill 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 African Silverbill sighting?
You can log sightings of African Silverbill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code afrsil1, or on iNaturalist.