About the Eastern Plantain-eater
The Eastern Plantain-eater (Crinifer zonurus) is a species of bird in the Turacos family (Musophagidae), within the order Musophagiformes. This family contains 23 recognized species worldwide.
Use the eBird species code easple1 when logging sightings in eBird or other citizen science platforms.
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Musophagiformes |
| Family | Turacos (Musophagidae) |
| Species | Crinifer zonurus |
| Species Codes | easple1, EAPE, EPEA, EGPE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Eastern Plantain-eater belong to?
The Eastern Plantain-eater (Crinifer zonurus) belongs to the Turacos family (Musophagidae), in the order Musophagiformes.
How can I identify the Eastern Plantain-eater?
The Eastern Plantain-eater is a member of the Turacos family. Check field guides or upload a photo to our AI Bird Identifier for help.
Where can I report a Eastern Plantain-eater sighting?
You can log sightings of Eastern Plantain-eater on eBird (ebird.org) using species code easple1, or on iNaturalist.