About the Fernwren
The fernwren is a species of bird in the family Acanthizidae. It is monotypic within the genus Oreoscopus.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Oreoscopus gutturalis |
| Species Codes | fernwr1, FERN |
| Conservation | EN Endangered |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Fernwren belong to?
The Fernwren (Oreoscopus gutturalis) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Fernwren?
The Fernwren is classified as "Endangered" (EN) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Fernwren?
The fernwren is a species of bird in the family Acanthizidae. It is monotypic within the genus Oreoscopus....
Where can I report a Fernwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Fernwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code fernwr1, or on iNaturalist.
Related Species in Thornbills and Allies 66 species
More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
66
Species in Family
44
iNat Observations
EN
IUCN Status
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