About the Scaly-throated Honeyguide
The scaly-throated honeyguide is a species of bird in the family Indicatoridae. They have a mutualistic relationship with humans in which they attract beekeepers towards bees' nests and then feeding on the remains, especially larvae.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Piciformes |
| Family | Honeyguides (Indicatoridae) |
| Species | Indicator variegatus |
| Species Codes | scthon1, STHO |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Scaly-throated Honeyguide belong to?
The Scaly-throated Honeyguide (Indicator variegatus) belongs to the Honeyguides family (Indicatoridae), in the order Piciformes.
How can I identify the Scaly-throated Honeyguide?
The scaly-throated honeyguide is a species of bird in the family Indicatoridae. They have a mutualistic relationship with humans in which they attract beekeepers towards bees' nests and then feeding on the remains, especially larvae....
Where can I report a Scaly-throated Honeyguide sighting?
You can log sightings of Scaly-throated Honeyguide on eBird (ebird.org) using species code scthon1, or on iNaturalist.
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