About the Cinnamon Ibon
The cinnamon ibon is a species of bird endemic to the mountains of Mindanao in the Philippines. Monotypic within the genus Hypocryptadius, it is classified as a sparrow. Its natural habitat is tropical moist montane forests and mossy forests above 1,000 metres (3,300 ft).
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Old World Sparrows (Passeridae) |
| Species | Hypocryptadius cinnamomeus |
| Species Codes | cinwhe1, CIIB |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Cinnamon Ibon belong to?
The Cinnamon Ibon (Hypocryptadius cinnamomeus) belongs to the Old World Sparrows family (Passeridae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Cinnamon Ibon?
The cinnamon ibon is a species of bird endemic to the mountains of Mindanao in the Philippines. Monotypic within the genus Hypocryptadius, it is classified as a sparrow. Its natural habitat is tropical moist montane forests and mossy forests above 1,000 metres (3,300 ft)....
Where can I report a Cinnamon Ibon sighting?
You can log sightings of Cinnamon Ibon on eBird (ebird.org) using species code cinwhe1, or on iNaturalist.
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