About the Banded Prinia
The Banded Prinia (Prinia bairdii) is a species of bird in the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 164 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code banpri1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Cisticolas and Allies (Cisticolidae) |
| Species | Prinia bairdii |
| Species Codes | banpri1, BFPR, BAPR |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Banded Prinia belong to?
The Banded Prinia (Prinia bairdii) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Banded Prinia?
The Banded Prinia is a member of the Cisticolas and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Banded Prinia sighting?
You can log sightings of Banded Prinia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code banpri1, or on iNaturalist.