About the Chestnut-breasted Whiteface
The chestnut-breasted whiteface is a small passerine bird endemic to inland South Australia, with some unconfirmed sightings in the Northern Territory.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Aphelocephala pectoralis |
| Species Codes | chbwhi1, CBWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chestnut-breasted Whiteface belong to?
The Chestnut-breasted Whiteface (Aphelocephala pectoralis) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chestnut-breasted Whiteface?
The chestnut-breasted whiteface is a small passerine bird endemic to inland South Australia, with some unconfirmed sightings in the Northern Territory....
Where can I report a Chestnut-breasted Whiteface sighting?
You can log sightings of Chestnut-breasted Whiteface on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chbwhi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
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