About the Chin Hills Wren-Babbler
The Chin Hills Wren-Babbler (Spelaeornis oatesi) is a species of bird in the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family (Timaliidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 58 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code chhwrb1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies (Timaliidae) |
| Species | Spelaeornis oatesi |
| Species Codes | chhwrb1, CHWB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Chin Hills Wren-Babbler belong to?
The Chin Hills Wren-Babbler (Spelaeornis oatesi) belongs to the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family (Timaliidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Chin Hills Wren-Babbler?
The Chin Hills Wren-Babbler is a member of the Tree-Babblers, Scimitar-Babblers, and Allies family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Chin Hills Wren-Babbler sighting?
You can log sightings of Chin Hills Wren-Babbler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code chhwrb1, or on iNaturalist.