About the Pilotbird
The pilotbird is a species of passerine bird in the family Acanthizidae. It is monotypic within the genus Pycnoptilus. The species is endemic to south-eastern Australia.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Pycnoptilus floccosus |
| Species Codes | pilotb1, PILO |
| Conservation | VU Vulnerable |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Pilotbird belong to?
The Pilotbird (Pycnoptilus floccosus) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
What is the conservation status of the Pilotbird?
The Pilotbird is classified as "Vulnerable" (VU) by IUCN Red List.
How can I identify the Pilotbird?
The pilotbird is a species of passerine bird in the family Acanthizidae. It is monotypic within the genus Pycnoptilus. The species is endemic to south-eastern Australia....
Where can I report a Pilotbird sighting?
You can log sightings of Pilotbird on eBird (ebird.org) using species code pilotb1, 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
178
iNat Observations
VU
IUCN Status
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