About the Black Sicklebill
The Black Sicklebill (Epimachus fastosus) is a species of bird in the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 44 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code blasic1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Birds-of-Paradise (Paradisaeidae) |
| Species | Epimachus fastosus |
| Species Codes | blasic1, BLSI |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Black Sicklebill belong to?
The Black Sicklebill (Epimachus fastosus) belongs to the Birds-of-Paradise family (Paradisaeidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Black Sicklebill?
The Black Sicklebill is a member of the Birds-of-Paradise family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Black Sicklebill sighting?
You can log sightings of Black Sicklebill on eBird (ebird.org) using species code blasic1, or on iNaturalist.