About the Black-necked Wattle-eye
The Black-necked Wattle-eye (Platysteira chalybea) is a species of bird in the Wattle-eyes and Batises family (Platysteiridae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 32 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bnweye1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Wattle-eyes and Batises (Platysteiridae) |
| Species | Platysteira chalybea |
| Species Codes | bnweye1, BNWE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black-necked Wattle-eye belong to?
The Black-necked Wattle-eye (Platysteira chalybea) belongs to the Wattle-eyes and Batises family (Platysteiridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black-necked Wattle-eye?
The Black-necked Wattle-eye is a member of the Wattle-eyes and Batises family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black-necked Wattle-eye sighting?
You can log sightings of Black-necked Wattle-eye on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bnweye1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Wattle-eyes and Batises 32 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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