About the Cassin's Honeybird
The Cassin's Honeybird (Prodotiscus insignis) is a species of bird in the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), within the order Piciformes. This family contains 16 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cashon1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Honeyguides (Indicatoridae) |
| Species | Prodotiscus insignis |
| Species Codes | cashon1, CAHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cassin's Honeybird belong to?
The Cassin's Honeybird (Prodotiscus insignis) belongs to the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Cassin's Honeybird?
The Cassin's Honeybird is a member of the Honeyguides family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Cassin's Honeybird sighting?
You can log sightings of Cassin's Honeybird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cashon1, or on iNaturalist.