About the Eastern Paradise-Whydah
The Eastern Paradise-Whydah (Vidua paradisaea) is a species of bird in the Whydahs and Indigobirds family (Viduidae), within the order Passeriformes. This family contains 20 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code eapwhy1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Whydahs and Indigobirds (Viduidae) |
| Species | Vidua paradisaea |
| Species Codes | eapwhy1, EPWH, LTPW, EAPW |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Paradise-Whydah belong to?
The Eastern Paradise-Whydah (Vidua paradisaea) belongs to the Whydahs and Indigobirds family (Viduidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Paradise-Whydah?
The Eastern Paradise-Whydah is a member of the Whydahs and Indigobirds family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eastern Paradise-Whydah sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Paradise-Whydah on eBird (ebird.org) using species code eapwhy1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Whydahs and Indigobirds 20 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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