About the Rufous Whistler
The rufous whistler is a species of whistler found in New Caledonia and Australia. Predominantly a reddish-brown and grey bird, it makes up for its subdued plumage with its song-making ability. Like many other members of the Pachycephalidae, it has a variety of musical calls.
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Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Whistlers and Allies (Pachycephalidae) |
| Species | Pachycephala rufiventris |
| Species Codes | rufwhi1, RUWH |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Rufous Whistler belong to?
The Rufous Whistler (Pachycephala rufiventris) belongs to the Whistlers and Allies family (Pachycephalidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Rufous Whistler?
The rufous whistler is a species of whistler found in New Caledonia and Australia. Predominantly a reddish-brown and grey bird, it makes up for its subdued plumage with its song-making ability. Like many other members of the Pachycephalidae, it has a variety of musical calls....
Where can I report a Rufous Whistler sighting?
You can log sightings of Rufous Whistler on eBird (ebird.org) using species code rufwhi1, or on iNaturalist.
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