About the Shy Heathwren
The shy heathwren is a species of small bird in the family Acanthizidae, endemic to Australia. They inhabit mostly mallee woodland that has relatively dense shrub and heath understorey.
Source: Wikipedia
Taxonomy & Classification
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes |
| Family | Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) |
| Species | Hylacola cauta |
| Species Codes | shyhea1, SHHE |
Frequently Asked Questions
What family does the Shy Heathwren belong to?
The Shy Heathwren (Hylacola cauta) belongs to the Thornbills and Allies family (Acanthizidae), in the order Passeriformes.
How can I identify the Shy Heathwren?
The shy heathwren is a species of small bird in the family Acanthizidae, endemic to Australia. They inhabit mostly mallee woodland that has relatively dense shrub and heath understorey....
Where can I report a Shy Heathwren sighting?
You can log sightings of Shy Heathwren on eBird (ebird.org) using species code shyhea1, or on iNaturalist.
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Quick Stats
Passeriformes
Order
66
Species in Family
243
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