About the Chatham Islands Bellbird
The Chatham Islands Bellbird (Anthornis melanocephala) is a species of bird in the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 195 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chibel1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Honeyeaters (Meliphagidae) |
| Species | Anthornis melanocephala |
| Species Codes | chibel1, CIBE |
| Conservation | extinct |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chatham Islands Bellbird belong to?
The Chatham Islands Bellbird (Anthornis melanocephala) belongs to the Honeyeaters family (Meliphagidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chatham Islands Bellbird?
The Chatham Islands Bellbird is a member of the Honeyeaters family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chatham Islands Bellbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Chatham Islands Bellbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chibel1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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