About the Black-capped Speirops
The Black-capped Speirops (Zosterops lugubris) is a species of bird in the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 150 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blcspe1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies (Zosteropidae) |
| Species | Zosterops lugubris |
| Species Codes | blcspe1, BCSP |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-capped Speirops belong to?
The Black-capped Speirops (Zosterops lugubris) belongs to the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family (Zosteropidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-capped Speirops?
The Black-capped Speirops is a member of the White-eyes, Yuhinas, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-capped Speirops sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-capped Speirops on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blcspe1, or on iNaturalist.