About the Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler
The Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler (Ptilorrhoa castanonota) is a species of bird in the Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers family (Cinclosomatidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 12 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code cbjbab1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers (Cinclosomatidae) |
| Species | Ptilorrhoa castanonota |
| Species Codes | cbjbab1, CBJB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler belong to?
The Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler (Ptilorrhoa castanonota) belongs to the Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers family (Cinclosomatidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler?
The Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler is a member of the Quail-thrushes and Jewel-babblers family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-backed Jewel-babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cbjbab1, or on iNaturalist.