About the Bar-winged Prinia
The Bar-winged Prinia (Prinia familiaris) 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 bawpri1 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 familiaris |
| Species Codes | bawpri1, BWPR |
| Conservation | NT Near Threatened |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bar-winged Prinia belong to?
The Bar-winged Prinia (Prinia familiaris) belongs to the Cisticolas and Allies family (Cisticolidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Bar-winged Prinia?
The Bar-winged Prinia is classified as "Near Threatened" (NT) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Bar-winged Prinia?
The Bar-winged 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 Bar-winged Prinia sighting?
You can log sightings of Bar-winged Prinia on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bawpri1, or on iNaturalist.