About the Golden-backed Whistler
The golden-backed whistler or yellow-backed whistler, is a species of bird in the family Pachycephalidae. It is found throughout New Guinea.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Whistlers and Allies (Pachycephalidae) |
| Species | Pachycephala aurea |
| Species Codes | gobwhi1, GBWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Golden-backed Whistler belong to?
The Golden-backed Whistler (Pachycephala aurea) belongs to the Whistlers and Allies family (Pachycephalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Golden-backed Whistler?
The golden-backed whistler or yellow-backed whistler, is a species of bird in the family Pachycephalidae. It is found throughout New Guinea....
Where can I report a Golden-backed Whistler sighting?
You can log sightings of Golden-backed Whistler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code gobwhi1, or on iNaturalist.
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More Birds in Order Passeriformes
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
61
Species in Family
1
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