About the Bougainville Hooded Whistler
The Bougainville Hooded Whistler (Pachycephala richardsi) is a species of bird in the Whistlers and Allies family (Pachycephalidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 61 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code bohwhi1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Whistlers and Allies (Pachycephalidae) |
| Species | Pachycephala richardsi |
| Species Codes | bohwhi1, BHWH, BOWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Bougainville Hooded Whistler belong to?
The Bougainville Hooded Whistler (Pachycephala richardsi) belongs to the Whistlers and Allies family (Pachycephalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Bougainville Hooded Whistler?
The Bougainville Hooded Whistler is a member of the Whistlers and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Bougainville Hooded Whistler sighting?
You can log sightings of Bougainville Hooded Whistler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code bohwhi1, or on iNaturalist.