About the Black-billed Woodhoopoe
The Black-billed Woodhoopoe (Phoeniculus somaliensis) is a species of bird in the Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills family (Phoeniculidae), within the order Bucerotiformes. This family contains 8 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blbwoo2 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Bucerotiformes |
| Family | Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills (Phoeniculidae) |
| Species | Phoeniculus somaliensis |
| Species Codes | blbwoo2, BBWH, BBWO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-billed Woodhoopoe belong to?
The Black-billed Woodhoopoe (Phoeniculus somaliensis) belongs to the Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills family (Phoeniculidae), in the order Bucerotiformes.
How can I identify the Black-billed Woodhoopoe?
The Black-billed Woodhoopoe is a member of the Woodhoopoes and Scimitarbills family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-billed Woodhoopoe sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-billed Woodhoopoe on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blbwoo2, or on iNaturalist.